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micturate

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/ˈmɪk.tʃəˌreɪt/

urinate

Etymology
Etymology Information

'micturate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'micturire,' where 'mict-' meant 'to urinate.'

Historical Evolution

'micturire' transformed into the English word 'micturate' through medical Latin usage.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to urinate,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to urinate.

The doctor asked the patient to micturate into a cup for testing.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/05/17 12:03