Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
relieve yourself
phrase
/rɪˈliːv jɔːˈsɛlf/
Definition
To empty the bladder or bowels, typically in a private setting.
Examples
- After a long car ride, I needed to pull over to relieve myself.
- The hiker found a secluded area to relieve herself.
Meaning
It is a euphemism used to describe the act of urinating or defecating, especially when one is in need of a restroom.
Synonyms
- use the restroom
- go to the bathroom
- pee
- urinate
