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.