How to Pronounce "defecating"
word
ˈdɛfəˌkeɪtɪŋ
DEF-uh-kay-ting
dɪfˈɛkeɪtɪŋ
dif-EK-ay-ting
Definition
To expel solid waste from the body through the anus; to have a bowel movement.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɛfəˌkeɪtɪŋ
British English
dɪfˈɛkeɪtɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DEF-uh-kay-ting
UK
dif-EK-ay-ting
Listen in Context
The doctor asked if he had any trouble defecating.
The baby smiled after defecating.
Some animals mark their territory by defecating.
He felt embarrassed talking about defecating in public.