Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

excreta

noun
/ɪkˈskriːtə/
Definition
Waste products eliminated from the body, especially feces.
Examples
  • The farmer uses excreta to fertilize the fields.
  • Excreta must be processed properly to prevent environmental contamination.
Meaning
Excreta refers to the solid or liquid waste that is expelled from an organism, typically as a result of metabolic processes.
Synonyms
  • waste
  • effluent
  • excrement
  • refuse