Diarrhoea: meaning, definitions and examples

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diarrhoea

 

[ หŒdaษชษ™หˆrษชษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical condition

Diarrhoea is a medical condition characterized by the frequent passage of loose or watery stools. It often results from an infection, which can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or parasites. Diarrhoea can lead to dehydration, especially in young children and the elderly. While it is typically self-limiting, severe cases may require medical intervention and rehydration therapy.

Synonyms

flux, loose stools, the runs

Examples of usage

  • I had diarrhoea after eating at that restaurant.
  • The doctor advised him to drink plenty of fluids to cope with the diarrhoea.
  • Diarrhoea can be a symptom of more serious health issues.

Translations

Translations of the word "diarrhoea" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น diarreia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเคธเฅเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Durchfall

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ diare

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดั–ะฐั€ะตั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ biegunka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไธ‹็—ข (ใ’ใ‚Š)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท diarrhรฉe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ diarrea

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ishal

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„ค์‚ฌ (seolsa)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅุณู‡ุงู„ (ishaal)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ prลฏjem

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hnaฤka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่…นๆณป (fรนxiรจ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ driska

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ niรฐurgangur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฏะบั‚ั– ะฐัƒั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒ˜แƒแƒ แƒ”แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ishal

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ diarrea

Etymology

The word 'diarrhoea' originates from the Greek word 'ฮดฮนฮฌฯฯฮฟฮนฮฑ' (diarrhoia), which is derived from 'ฮดฮนฮฌ' (dia), meaning 'through', and 'แฟฅฮฟฮฎ' (rheo), meaning 'flow' or 'flux'. The term was first used in medical contexts around the mid-16th century. In earlier times, this condition was often poorly understood, and its causes were frequently attributed to imbalances in bodily humors. As medical knowledge evolved, scientists began to understand the role of infections and dietary factors in causing diarrhoea, leading to improved treatment methods. The spelling 'diarrhea' is commonly used in American English, while 'diarrhoea' is preferred in British English. Despite advancements in medicine, diarrhoea remains a significant health concern worldwide, particularly in developing countries where it can lead to serious complications, including death, if not properly managed.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,783, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.