Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
egestion
Noun
/ɪˈdʒɛs.tʃən/
Definition
The process of expelling waste materials from the body, particularly in the context of digestion.
Examples
- The egestion of waste is crucial for maintaining health and preventing toxic buildup in the body.
- Many animals use egestion as a way to control the balance of nutrients they absorb.
- In humans, egestion occurs primarily through the excretory system.
Meaning
Egestion refers to the removal of undigested or unusable substances from an organism’s body after it has absorbed the nutrients it needs.
Synonyms
- waste elimination
- excretion
- disposal
