defecation
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2ADJ.
open, still
VERB + DEFECATION
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noun
The act or process of voiding feces from the bowels.
Any of several processes for the removal of impurities, or for clarifying various materials.
The juice after it leaves the mill has a more or less green color, due to the presence of large quantities of chlorophyl and other vegetable substances, which must be removed. This process is known as defecation.
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noun — the elimination of fecal waste through the anus
- laxation
- shitting
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2The juice after it leaves the mill has a more or less green color, due to the presence of large quantities of chlorophyl and other vegetable substances, which must be removed. This process is known as
WiktionaryHe also notes that open defecation is still occurring at a high rate and people should use toilet facilities whenever possible.
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