faecal

/ˈfɛsəl/; /ˈfɑːsəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or consisting of feces

“The faecal matter in the septic tank needed to be pumped out.”

2. noun

the waste matter discharged from the bowels

“The faecal sample was sent to the laboratory for analysis.”

3. noun

the solid matter in the intestine, especially when it is expelled from the body

“The faecal matter was flushed down the toilet.”

Synonyms

  • dungy
  • excremental
  • fecal

Antonyms

  • clean
  • sterile