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How to Pronounce "defecated"

word

ˈdɛfəˌkeɪtɪd
DEF-uh-kay-tid
dɪfˈɛkeɪtɪd
di-FEK-ay-tid

Definition

To expel solid waste (feces) from the body through the anus. This is a formal or medical word for 'poop'.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈdɛfəˌkeɪtɪd

British English

dɪfˈɛkeɪtɪd

Simplified Pronunciation

US

DEF-uh-kay-tid

UK

di-FEK-ay-tid

Listen in Context

The dog defecated in the backyard.

The patient defecated three times today.

The doctor asked if she defecated regularly.

She realized her cat hadn't defecated for two days, so she called the vet.