Definition

Relating to waste matter that is expelled from the body, especially solid waste.

Example

The excremental waste was carefully disposed of to maintain hygiene.

Conversation

Did you see that new documentary about the environment?

Yeah, it was really eye-opening about how excremental waste affects our soil.

I never realized how much impact it has on farming practices.

Totally! It’s important for us to be aware of these excremental issues.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Excremental → It is formed from "excrement" (from Latin "excrementum", meaning something that is separated or cast out) and the suffix "-al" (meaning pertaining to). The word "excremental" refers to something that pertains to or is related to excrement.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'pertaining to' ('-al') what is 'cast out' ('excrementum') — that's why excremental relates to waste.

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