Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the-squits
Noun
/ðə ˈskwɪts/
Definition
The squits is a colloquialism for diarrhea, particularly when it occurs suddenly and with urgency.
Examples
- After eating that street food, I was struck with the squits.
- He dreaded the squits during his overseas trip.
- The doctor advised her to stay hydrated if she had the squits.
Meaning
A condition characterized by the frequent and watery discharge of feces, often accompanied by cramping and an urgent need to use the bathroom.
Synonyms
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny stools
