constipation
noun
con·sti·pa·tion ˌkän(t)-stə-ˈpā-shən 
1
: abnormally delayed or infrequent passage of usually dry hardened feces
2
: stultification
Example Sentences
A side effect of the drug is constipation.
Recent Examples on the Web The disease was also positively associated with other comorbidities (high blood pressure, low blood pressure, type 2 diabetes) as well as other prediagnostic signs and symptoms (constipation, depression, erectile dysfunction). 
Jocelyn Solis-moreira, Health.com, 1 Apr. 2022 The hospital reportedly prescribed McBride magnesium citrate for constipation, and he was sent back to the detention center. Eplunus Colvin, Arkansas Online, 11 May 2022 Gastrointestinal symptoms include constipation, diarrhea, painful bowel movements, or bloating. Jennifer "jay" Palumbo, Forbes, 28 June 2022 On top of discomfort, fibroids can cause constipation, urination problems and heavy or long-lasting periods. Kaitlyn Pirie, Good Housekeeping, 24 June 2022 Probiotics are often said to help with constipation. The Salt Lake Tribune, 25 May 2022 Mounjaro can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, constipation, upper abdominal discomfort, and abdominal pain. Matthew Herper, STAT, 14 May 2022 Early signs include jaundice, constipation, weak muscle tone, swelling around the eyes, swollen tongue, hoarse-sounding cry and delayed growth. jsonline.com, 29 Apr. 2022 According to John Hopkins Medical Center, the ENS may cause significant emotional changes in people who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and functional bowel problems such as constipation, diarrhea, bloating, pain, and stomach upset. Aaraf Adam, Essence, 20 Apr. 2022 See More
Jocelyn Solis-moreira, Health.com, 1 Apr. 2022 The hospital reportedly prescribed McBride magnesium citrate for constipation, and he was sent back to the detention center. Eplunus Colvin, Arkansas Online, 11 May 2022 Gastrointestinal symptoms include constipation, diarrhea, painful bowel movements, or bloating. Jennifer "jay" Palumbo, Forbes, 28 June 2022 On top of discomfort, fibroids can cause constipation, urination problems and heavy or long-lasting periods. Kaitlyn Pirie, Good Housekeeping, 24 June 2022 Probiotics are often said to help with constipation. The Salt Lake Tribune, 25 May 2022 Mounjaro can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, constipation, upper abdominal discomfort, and abdominal pain. Matthew Herper, STAT, 14 May 2022 Early signs include jaundice, constipation, weak muscle tone, swelling around the eyes, swollen tongue, hoarse-sounding cry and delayed growth. jsonline.com, 29 Apr. 2022 According to John Hopkins Medical Center, the ENS may cause significant emotional changes in people who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and functional bowel problems such as constipation, diarrhea, bloating, pain, and stomach upset. Aaraf Adam, Essence, 20 Apr. 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Kids Definition
constipation
noun
con·sti·pa·tion ˌkän-stə-ˈpā-shən
: difficult or infrequent passage of dry hard material from the bowels
Medical Definition
constipation
noun
con·sti·pa·tion ˌkän(t)-stə-ˈpā-shən
: abnormally delayed or infrequent passage of dry hardened feces