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    Constipation

    /ˌkänstəˈpāSHən/

    Meaning & Definition

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

    Etymology

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

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    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.

    Related Words

    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.

    Slang Meanings

    Backed up
    He felt completely backed up after the holidays.
    Blocked up
    She joked about being blocked up after too many rich foods.