bowel movement

Definition / meaning of bowel movement

Movement of feces (undigested food, bacteria, mucus, and cells from the lining of the intestines) through the bowel and out the anus. Also called defecation.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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