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Definition of “obstipation”

obstipation (ˌɒbstɪˈpeɪʃən Pronunciation for obstipation

Definitions

noun

  1. (pathology) a severe form of constipation, usually resulting from obstruction of the intestinal tract

Word Origin

C16: from Latin obstīpātiō, from ob- (intensive) + stīpāre to press together

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