flatulence Meaning & Definition
/ˈflæt͡ʃələns/
What Does Flatulence Mean?
As a noun, flatulence means The state of having gas, often malodorous, trapped (and when released, frequently with noise) in the digestive system of a human and some other animals; wind; and when released, a flatus, a fart. It can also mean The release of such gas; breaking wind.
Flatulence at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈflæt͡ʃələns/ |
| Synonyms | gas, flatulency and turgidity |
| Plural | flatulences |
Flatulence Definition (Noun)
- The state of having gas, often malodorous, trapped (and when released, frequently with noise) in the digestive system of a human and some other animals; wind; and when released, a flatus, a fart.
- The release of such gas; breaking wind.
Synonyms of Flatulence
Flatulence synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
flatulence (countable and uncountable, plural flatulences)
Origin of Flatulence
From French flatulence, ultimately from Latin flō (“breathe, blow”).
Questions People Ask About Flatulence
What part of speech is flatulence?
Flatulence is a noun.
What is another word for flatulence?
Words with a similar meaning to flatulence include gas, flatulency and turgidity. See the full list of flatulence synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of flatulence?
The plural of flatulence is flatulences.