flatulence
IPA: fɫˈætʃʌɫʌns
noun
- The state of having gas, often smelly, trapped (and when released, frequently with noise) in the digestive system of a human and some other animals; wind; and when released, a flatus, a fart.
- The release of such gas; breaking wind.
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Examples of "flatulence" in Sentences
- The sudden burst of flatulence caught everyone off guard during the quiet movie scene
- After eating the spicy beans, I was embarrassed by the flatulence that followed
- The doctor explained that flatulence is a normal bodily function, though it can sometimes indicate dietary issues
- While discussing gut health, they couldn't help but laugh at the inevitable discussions around flatulence
- Flatulence can be a source of humor among friends, as long as everyone is comfortable with the topic
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