Bowel Movement (Noun)
Meaning
A euphemism for defecation; "he had a bowel movement".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient's medication was adjusted to regulate her bowel movement after surgery.
- He excused himself to have a bowel movement before the long road trip.
- The doctor asked if she had experienced any changes in her bowel movement since the new diet.
- Regular exercise can help stimulate a healthy bowel movement in older adults.
- The nurse checked the chart to see if the patient had had a bowel movement that day.