Meaning & Definition of word "Poop"

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    Poop

    /puːp/

    noun:

    • 1. A common informal term for feces.
      • Example: The dog left a pile of poop in the yard.
    • 2. Excrement, especially of children.
      • Example: My toddler still needs help cleaning up after he poops.

    verb:

    • 1. To defecate.
      • Example: The baby is pooping in her diaper.
    • 2. To make a sound similar to a small explosion, especially when describing a balloon or similar object bursting.
      • Example: When the balloon popped, it made a loud poop sound.

    Etymology

    Derived from the early 20th century children's language; related to the word 'papa' or 'paddle'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    poop deck:

    The upper deck of a ship, especially towards the stern.

    to poop out:

    To become exhausted or to fail to function.

    in the poop:

    In a difficult or problematic situation.

    Related Words

    excrement:

    Waste matter discharged from the bowels.

    defecate:

    To discharge feces from the body.

    bowel:

    The part of the alimentary canal below the stomach.

    Slang Meanings of poop

    Meaning: To leave one's waste.

    Example Sentence: The kids took the dog out to poop.

    Meaning: To deceive or mislead someone.

    Example Sentence: Don't try to poop me with lies.