flatulence

noun

flat·​u·​lence ˈfla-chə-lən(t)s How to pronounce flatulence (audio)
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
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Gradually increase your fiber intake to avoid digestive symptoms such as bloating, discomfort, and flatulence. Merve Ceylan, Health, 29 Oct. 2025 Zoë has a lot in common with Gary Oldman’s Jackson Lamb, only with a stronger sense of fashion and less flatulence. Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 29 Oct. 2025 Natalya also addressed the infamous storyline where her character suffered from uncontrollable flatulence. Andrew Ravens‎, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025 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 See All Example Sentences for flatulence

Word History

First Known Use

1711, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of flatulence was in 1711

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“Flatulence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flatulence. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

flatulence

noun
flat·​u·​lence ˈflach-ə-lən(t)s How to pronounce flatulence (audio)
: 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 How to pronounce flatulence (audio)
: the quality or state of being flatulent

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