Learn English – Formal word for ’emit anal air’

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Is there a formal single word for 'emit anal air'? I've heard 'eructate' being used, but this means air from the mouth only; not from the other end.

Best Answer

Flatulence: the presence of too much gas or air in the stomach or intestines.

The action would be flatulate: To emit digestive gases from the anus, especially with accompanying sound.

Fart is the slang form.


After long hours of scouring the etymology of 'noisy bowels', I came across this gem.

Borborygm: The noise made by gas in the bowels.

Thought I'd share in my discovery.

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