Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
uresis
Noun
yo͞o-ˈrē-sis
Definition
The act of urination; the process of discharging urine from the urinary bladder through the urethra to the outside of the body.
Examples
- After drinking several cups of water, she felt the need for uresis.
- Doctors monitor uresis to assess kidney function in patients.
- Frequent uresis can be a sign of a urinary tract infection.
Meaning
Uresis refers specifically to the bodily function of urinating, which is essential for the removal of waste products from the bloodstream and maintaining fluid balance.
Synonyms
- Urination
- Peeing
- Voiding
