Definition

The process of getting rid of waste or undigested food from the body.

Example

After eating, the body will eventually go through egestion to remove what it doesn't need.

Conversation

I was reading about how animals handle egestion yesterday.

Oh really? That sounds interesting!

Yeah, it made me think about how our bodies do the same thing.

Exactly, it's fascinating how nature works.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Egestion → It is formed from "e-" (meaning out) and "gestio" (from Latin, meaning to carry or to bear). The word refers to the process of carrying waste out of the body.

Memory Tip

Think of 'e-' meaning 'out' and 'gestio' meaning 'to carry' — this helps you remember that egestion is the process of carrying waste out.

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