Bed-wetting (Noun)
Meaning
Enuresis during sleep; especially common in children (who usually outgrow it).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Bed-wetting was a source of great distress for young Timmy, who was embarrassed to wake up to wet sheets every morning.
- The pediatrician reassured the parents that bed-wetting was a common problem in children and that their son would likely outgrow it.
- After a few accidents, Sarah's parents started using protective underwear to help manage her bed-wetting at night.
- The doctor recommended that the family establish a consistent bedtime routine to help reduce the likelihood of bed-wetting.
- Bed-wetting was a recurring issue for Alex, who had to wear pull-ups to bed even as a big kid, but eventually he grew out of it.