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Term: flatulence

Definition:

Flatulence refers to the release of gas from the digestive system through the rectum, often accompanied by a characteristic sound and odor.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Sense 1:

The act or condition of having excessive gas in the digestive system.

Sample Sentence:

Her flatulence was so pronounced after the big meal that everyone in the room could hear it.

Sense 2:

The gas itself released through the rectum.

Sample Sentence:

The foul odor of his flatulence lingered in the room, causing discomfort for all present.

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