Flatulence: meaning, definitions and examples

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flatulence

 

[ หˆflรฆtสƒษ™lษ™ns ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical term

Flatulence refers to the accumulation of gas in the digestive system, which is expelled through the rectum. This condition can result in discomfort and is often accompanied by a characteristic smell due to the presence of sulfurous compounds. While it is a normal bodily function, excessive flatulence can indicate an underlying digestive issue.

Synonyms

farting, gas, wind

Examples of usage

  • He complained of flatulence after eating beans.
  • The doctor explained that flatulence is common after large meals.
  • Some foods can cause increased flatulence.
  • Flatulence may be accompanied by bloating.

Translations

Translations of the word "flatulence" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น flatulรชncia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅˆเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Blรคhungen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kentut

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะฐะทะพัƒั‚ะฒะพั€ะตะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wzdฤ™cia

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฌใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท flatulences

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ flatulencia

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gaz

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ€์Šค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุบุงุฒุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nadรฝmรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nadรบvanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ”พๅฑ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ napihnjenost

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gufun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณะฐะท

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ–แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qaz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ flatulencia

Etymology

The term 'flatulence' originates from the Latin word 'flatuere', which means 'to blow' or 'to swell'. This is a derivative from the root 'flare', reflecting the idea of gas moving or escaping. The word began to appear in the English language around the 14th century and has been used in medical contexts since the 17th century to describe the physiological phenomenon of gas accumulation in the digestive tract. Over the centuries, the understanding of flatulence has evolved with advancements in medical science, leading to a better comprehension of digestion, diet, and gastrointestinal health. Today, flatulence is considered a common and typically benign condition, although persistent or excessive gas may prompt further investigation into one's diet or health.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,010, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.