the call of nature
Definition of the call of nature
humorous
: the need to use a toilet He had to leave suddenly to answer/obey the call of nature.
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callplay
: to speak in a loud distinct voice so as to be heard at a distance : shout
: to make a request or demand
: to utter a characteristic note or cry
: an act of calling with the voice : shout
: an imitation of the cry of a bird or other animal made to attract it
: an instrument used for calling
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natureplay
: the inherent character or basic constitution (see constitution 2) of a person or thing : essence
: disposition, temperament
: a creative and controlling force in the universe
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