obstipation

ob·sti·pa·tion  (bst-pshn)

n.

Severe constipation caused by intestinal obstruction.

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[New Latin obstpti, obstptin- : Latin ob-, in the way; see ob- + Latin stptus, past participle of stpre, to compress.]

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obstipation [ˌɒbstɪˈpeɪʃən]

n

(Medicine) Pathol a severe form of constipation, usually resulting from obstruction of the intestinal tract

[from Latin obstīpātiō, from ob- (intensive) + stīpāre to press together]

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Noun

1.

obstipation - severe constipation resulting from an obstruction in the intestines constipation, irregularity - irregular and infrequent or difficult evacuation of the bowels; can be a symptom of intestinal obstruction or diverticulitis