Diarrhoea

usgb/ˌdaɪəˈriːə/
noun

A condition in which faeces are discharged from the bowels frequently and in a liquid form.

He got diarrhoea after eating spoiled food.
Visual representation of "diarrhoea" - A condition in which faeces are discharged from the bowels frequently and in a liquid form.

Often appears as...

  • suffer from diarrhoea
  • diarrhoea symptoms
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Visual representation of "diarrhoea"
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Spelling Challenges

The spelling 'diarrhoea' is British; Americans use 'diarrhea'. Both refer to the same condition.

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She learned the word 'diarrhea' in the U.S., which is spelled 'diarrhoea' in the U.K.
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Cultural Sensitivity

Diarrhoea is a medical condition but can be embarrassing to discuss; be sensitive in conversations.

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When he mentioned his diarrhoea, I tried to be empathetic and discreet.
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Severity Levels

The word can describe a range of severity, so context or adjectives like 'severe' or 'mild' clarify.

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Traveler's diarrhoea can range from mild inconvenience to a severe ailment.
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