stools

Definition of stoolsnext
plural of stool

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stools
droppings
Noun
  • For Lincolnwood homeowners who notice signs of rats in their yard – burrowing, droppings or dirt mounds – the village will help with abatement as part of a special program offered free of charge, officials announced.
    Jessi Virtusio, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2026
  • Arakawa died from hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, caused by hantavirus, which is a flu-like illness connected to rodent droppings, saliva, and urine.
    Marina Watts, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
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“Stools.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stools. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.

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