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fecal matter

/ˈfiːkəl ˈmætər/noun
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Fecal matter is the solid or semi-solid waste material expelled from the digestive tract of animals, including humans, consisting of undigested food, bacteria, and cellular debris. In scientific and medical fields, it's a key indicator of gut health and environmental contamination, while in everyday contexts, it's often a euphemism to discuss something we'd rather not dwell on.

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