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flatulency

flatulency

8.2
Having too much gas in the stomach or intestines that causes bloating
  • noun
  • /ˌflætʃəˈlɛnsi/
  • Specialized
translation icon : flatulencia
  • He often experiences flatulencies after eating beans.

Examples

  • She sought medical advice to deal with persistent flatulency.

  • The patient complained of recurring flatulency after meals.

  • A diet high in fiber can sometimes increase flatulency in some individuals.

  • Her flatulency made it difficult for her to concentrate.

  • After eating the beans, she felt a wave of discomfort from the flatulency that had built up in her stomach.

  • The doctor explained that flatulency could be a sign of poor digestion and recommended changes to her diet.

  • Many people experience flatulency after consuming carbonated drinks, leading to bloating and discomfort.

Synonyms

gas
vsflatulency
111 2.0

Air in the stomach and intestines that causes pain or bloating

is the condition of having that internal air causing discomfort
wind
vsflatulency
  • UK
16 4.1

Gas in the stomach or intestines that can leave the body

refers to the broader condition of excess internal air causing bloating
flatulence
vsflatulency
  • Specialized
14 5.5

A build-up of gas in the stomach or intestines that makes you feel uncomfortable and need to pass gas

is the ongoing state of having excess internal air that causes discomfort
bloating
vsflatulency
4 3.7

An uncomfortable swelling or full feeling in the stomach often after eating

is the internal air buildup that often produces that swelling

How Gassy

flatulency
  • Specialized
8.2
gas
111 2.0

Surface Forms

flatulency singular
flatulencies plural

Morphology

flatulency = flatulence (transparent) = flatul + ency

The meaning is directly derived from the same root as 'flatulence' (state of having gas), so knowing 'flatulence' makes the meaning clear.

Etymology

Flatulency comes from the Latin word flatus, and from flare meaning 'to blow'. So, imagine air 'blowing' inside the stomach: flatulency is having extra gas that can cause discomfort or bloating.