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bowel movement
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bowel movement
n.
1. The discharge of waste matter from the large intestine; defecation.
2. The waste matter discharged from the large intestine; feces.
bowel movement
n
1. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Physiology) the discharge of faeces; defecation
2. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Physiology) the waste matter discharged; faeces
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.bowel movement - a euphemism for defecation; "he had a bowel movement"
bm, movement
euphemism - an inoffensive or indirect expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive or too harsh
defecation, laxation, shitting - the elimination of fecal waste through the anus


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