Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: constipation
IPA transcription: [k,ɑnstəp'eɪʃən]
Pronunciations of constipation
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noun meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: stultification, constipation, impairment, deadening
    Meaning: the act of making something futile and useless (as by routine)
  • Synonyms: constipation, irregularity
    Meaning: irregular and infrequent or difficult evacuation of the bowels; can be a symptom of intestinal obstruction or diverticulitis
Usage examples
  • If there is no diarrhoea, but constipation, a small dose of castor oil or syrup of buckthorn should be given.
  • Warmth, cleanliness, broth, and beef-tea, are the chief items of treatment, with a dose of castor oil if constipation is present.
0. Word pronunciation is derived from article recording Fentanyl, License CC BY-SA 4.0
1. Word pronunciation is derived from article recording Toilets in Japan, License CC BY-SA 4.0