Word Noun
bowel movement
n.
countable
B2 Upper Intermediate
Definition
n.the process of passing solid waste out of your body. Doctors use this term as a polite way to talk about going to the toilet.
n.an act of defecation; the evacuation of faeces from the intestinal tract. Frequently used in medical or formal contexts as a euphemism for the basic physiological process.
Examples
“The doctor asked if he had a regular bowel movement every day.”
“After the surgery, the nursing staff monitored the patient closely until they confirmed a normal bowel movement had occurred.”
“Chronic changes in the frequency or consistency of a bowel movement can serve as early clinical indicators of gastrointestinal distress or underlying systemic issues.”
Usage
Commonly abbreviated to 'BM' in clinical notes and medical records.
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Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
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