flatulence

noun

flat·​u·​lence ˈfla-chə-lən(t)s 

1

: the quality or state of being flatulent

2

: flatus expelled through the anus

Examples of flatulence in a Sentence

symptoms include nausea, flatulence, and cramps

Recent Examples on the Web

But as he is penned in place at his desk, Lamb turns to his one reliable weapon, his unholy flatulence, to hatch an escape plan. —Scott Tobias, Vulture, 8 Oct. 2025

Passing gas, also known as flatulence, is a natural part of digestion that happens when swallowed air or gases produced by gut bacteria move through your intestines and out of your body. —Christopher Bergland, Verywell Health, 7 Oct. 2025

The supplement also contains a blend of plant extracts shown to support digestion, cortisol, progesterone and estrogen levels to assist in weight management, reduce flatulence, decrease occasional heart burn, relieve mild gastrointestinal tract discomfort, and curb carb cravings. —Chloe Castleberry, Flow Space, 3 Sep. 2025

These are texts that hide their depth under a thick layer of flatulence jokes, loud guitars or Texas drawls. —Arkansas Online, 14 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1711, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

flatulence

noun

flat·​u·​lence ˈflach-ə-lən(t)s 

: the presence of too much gas or air in the stomach or intestine

Medical Definition

flatulence

noun

flat·​u·​lence ˈflach-ə-lən(t)s 

: the quality or state of being flatulent