Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bedwetter
noun
/ˈbɛdˌwɛtər/
Definition
A bedwetter is a person, especially a child, who involuntarily urinates in bed during sleep.
Examples
- After many years of being a bedwetter, Jacob finally learned to stay dry through the night.
- The doctor reassured the parents that bedwetting is a common issue in young children.
- They used protective sheets to help manage bedwetting at night.
Meaning
The term usually refers to children who have not yet developed full control over their bladder during the night, although it can also refer to adults in some cases.
Synonyms
- nocturnal enuresis
- bed wetting
- nighttime urination
