Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
faecal-matter
Noun
/ˈfiː.kəlˌmæt.ər/
Definition
Waste material discharged from the intestines after digestion.
Examples
- The treatment plant processes faecal matter to reduce environmental pollution.
- Farmers use composted faecal matter as fertilizer for their crops.
- Proper sanitation is essential to manage faecal matter effectively.
Meaning
Faecal matter refers to the solid waste produced by the digestive process, commonly known as feces. It consists of undigested food, bacteria, and other waste materials expelled from the body.
Synonyms
- Excrement
- Feces
- Stool
