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urination

|u-ri-na-tion|

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/ˌjʊrɪˈneɪʃən/

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/ˌjʊərɪˈneɪʃən/

discharge of urine

Etymology
Etymology Information

'urination' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'urinare,' where 'urin-' meant 'urine.'

Historical Evolution

'urinare' transformed into the Old French word 'uriner,' and eventually became the modern English word 'urination' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

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

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the process of discharging urine from the body.

Frequent urination can be a symptom of diabetes.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/05/03 00:05