flatulency (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /flætʃʊˈlɛnsi/
Definition
The state of having gas in the digestive system, especially the stomach or intestines, which can lead to discomfort, bloating, or the release of gas.
Examples
A diet low in fiber can contribute to flatulency and other digestive issues.
The patient's flatulency was a symptom of a larger gastrointestinal problem.
Eating foods high in sulfur can increase flatulency and make social situations uncomfortable.
How to Use flatulency
- experience flatulency (verb phrase)
- to have gas in the digestive system — "After eating the beans, she began to experience flatulency."
- reduce flatulency (verb phrase)
- to decrease the amount of gas in the digestive system — "The doctor recommended ways to reduce flatulency through dietary changes."
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