flatulence
UK: ˈflætʃ.ə.ləns | US: ˈflætʃ.ə.ləns
n. The accumulation of gas in the digestive tract, often expelled through the anus.
n. (Figuratively) Pompous or inflated speech or writing; pretentiousness.
The word "flatulence" traces back to Latin flatus (a blowing or breath), reflecting the concept of expelled air. The suffix -ulence amplifies the meaning to denote a state or condition, originally used in medical contexts to describe digestive gas. Over time, it also acquired a figurative sense for "puffed-up" language, mirroring the physical bloating it describes.
Beans are notorious for causing flatulence.
The doctor explained that flatulence is a normal bodily function.
His speech was full of flatulence, with little substance.
Certain foods can reduce the symptoms of flatulence.
The comedian joked about the awkwardness of flatulence in public.