CEFR B1

constipated

verb

Meaning

To cause a blockage in the digestive system, making it difficult or impossible to defecate.

Examples

Certain medications can constipate patients.
A lack of exercise can constipate the bowels.

Synonyms: block, obstruct, bind

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constipated (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /kɒnstɪpeɪt/

Definition

To cause a blockage in the digestive system, making it difficult or impossible to defecate.

Examples

Certain medications can constipate patients.
A lack of exercise can constipate the bowels.
The high-fat diet seemed to constipate him.

How to Use constipated

constipate someone (prepositional phrase): To cause a person to become unable to defecate. — "The new medication can constipate some users."
constipate the bowels (prepositional phrase): To cause a blockage in the digestive tract. — "A diet low in fiber will constipate the bowels."

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