Meaning & Definition of word "Constipation"

Constipation

/ˌkänstəˈpāSHən/

1. a condition in which there is difficulty in emptying the bowels, typically associated with hardened feces.
- Example: She experienced constipation after making significant changes to her diet.
2. a state of being in which bowel movements are infrequent or absent.
- Example: Chronic constipation can lead to discomfort and various health issues.
3. the act of being unable to pass stools regularly.
- Example: He sought medical advice for his ongoing constipation that lasted for several weeks.

Latin 'constipare', meaning to press together or crowd.

constipated for days:

Being unable to have a bowel movement for several days.

relieve constipation:

To take measures to ease or eliminate difficulty in passing stools.

laxative:

A substance that stimulates the passage of stools.

fiber:

Plant material that aids digestion and prevents constipation.

bowel:

The part of the digestive system where waste is processed.

Meaning: Backed up

Example Sentence: He felt completely backed up after the holidays.

Meaning: Blocked up

Example Sentence: She joked about being blocked up after too many rich foods.