urine

word

/ˈjɝən/
YOOR-in
/jˈɔːɹɪn/
YOOR-in

Definition

Urine is the yellow liquid waste that the body produces and removes when a person urinates. It is often discussed in medical, biological, or health contexts.

Usage & Nuances

This is the standard formal/medical word. In everyday speech, people more often say 'pee' informally. Common collocations include 'urine sample', 'urine test', and 'blood in the urine'.

Example Sentences

The nurse took a urine sample for the test.

basic

The doctor found blood in his urine.

basic

Dark urine can be a sign of dehydration.

basic

They ran a few tests on my urine, just to be safe.

natural

If there's pain or burning when you go, or blood in the urine, call a doctor.

natural

The lab said the urine results would be ready tomorrow.

natural