defecate
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈdɛfɪˌkeɪt/
KK: /dɛfɪˌkeɪt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To release waste from the body through the bowels.
Example
The doctor explained that it is normal to defecate several times a week.
Tense Forms
Past: defecated
Past Participle: defecated
Conversation
I heard that some animals can take a while to defecate.
Yeah, it’s interesting how different creatures have their own habits.
I guess it’s important for them to find the right spot to defecate.
Definitely! It’s all part of their natural behavior.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
excrete
eliminate
discharge
Antonyms
retain
hold
absorb
transitive verb
Definition
To expel waste material from the body through the bowels.
Example
The doctor explained that it is important to defecate regularly for good health.
Tense Forms
Past: defecated
Past Participle: defecated
Conversation
Have you ever wondered how animals defecate in the wild?
Yeah, it's interesting to think about their natural instincts.
I read that it helps keep their environment clean, too.
Root Explanation
Defecate → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "facere" (meaning to make or do). The word describes the act of making waste go down and away from the body.
Memory Tip
Think of 'making waste go down and away' — 'de-' means down or away, and 'facere' means to make.
Visually Confused Words
redefecate
decate
undefecated
desecrate
deprecate
delectate
deflected
defalcate