Urine: meaning, definitions and examples

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urine

 

[ หˆjสŠษ™rษชn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical

Waste fluid produced by the kidneys, stored in the bladder, and discharged through the urethra. Urine is typically a pale yellow liquid containing waste products removed from the blood by the kidneys.

Synonyms

pee, peepee, wee, weewee.

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Word Description / Examples
urine

Urine is a formal and medical term used in scientific, clinical, or technical contexts. It's suitable for use in professional or serious discussions about health and bodily functions.

  • The doctor requested a urine sample to check for infections.
  • High levels of protein in the urine can indicate kidney problems.
pee

Pee is an informal and casual term, often used in everyday conversations and lighthearted contexts. It's appropriate for use among friends or family and with children.

  • I need to go pee before we leave.
  • The toddler said he had to pee right in the middle of the movie.
peepee

Peepee is a childish and very informal term, usually used by or addressed to small children. It carries a playful and innocent tone.

  • The little girl needs to go peepee.
  • Do you need to do peepee before we get in the car?
wee

Wee is an informal and somewhat affectionate term, predominantly used in British English. It's often used with children but can also be used lightheartedly among adults.

  • I need to have a wee before we go.
  • The little boy asked, 'Can I go for a wee?'
weewee

Weewee is similar to peepee; it's a very informal and playful term, mainly used with young children. It has a very innocent and non-serious connotation.

  • Does the baby need to do a weewee?
  • Mommy, I have to weewee!

Examples of usage

  • Her urine sample was sent to the lab for testing.
  • He drank so much water that his urine was clear.
Context #2 | Noun

informal

A liquid excrement consisting of water, salts and urea, which is made in the kidneys and stored in the bladder before being released through the urethra.

Synonyms

pee, peepee, wee, weewee.

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Word Description / Examples
urine

This term is formal and scientific. It is often used in medical contexts or formal writing.

  • The doctor tested the patient's urine for signs of infection.
  • Urine samples are collected for laboratory analysis.
pee

This term is informal and commonly used in everyday conversation, especially among adults and older children.

  • I need to pee before we leave.
  • Please make sure the dog doesn't pee in the house.
peepee

This term is very informal and childish. It is typically used when talking to small children or about small children.

  • Do you need to go peepee?
  • My toddler just learned to say peepee.
wee

This informal term is more commonly used in British English. It can be used among friends or family in a casual setting.

  • I'll be back in a minute, just need to have a wee.
  • The child whispered that he needs a wee.
weewee

Similar to 'peepee', this term is also very informal and often used with small children.

  • Did you go weewee before bed?
  • The little boy laughed and said he needs to weewee.

Examples of usage

  • The cat urinated on the carpet.
  • She could hear the sound of urine hitting the ground.

Translations

Translations of the word "urine" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น urina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅ‚เคคเฅเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Urin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ urine

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะตั‡ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mocz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฐฟ (ใซใ‚‡ใ†)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท urine

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ orina

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท idrar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์†Œ๋ณ€ (sobyeon)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูˆู„ (ุจูˆู„)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ moฤ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ moฤ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฐฟ (niร o)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ urin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รพvag

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะทำ™ั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒแƒ แƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sidik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ orina

Etymology

The word 'urine' comes from the Latin word 'urina', which may have originated from the Proto-Indo-European root 'wod-', meaning 'water'. The understanding of urine and its significance in health dates back to ancient civilizations, where it was believed to have medicinal properties. Throughout history, urine has been used for various purposes, including as a cleaning agent, in tanning leather, and even as a diagnostic tool in certain medical practices.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,257, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.