constipation

• Медицинское состояние, характеризующееся редкими или затруднёнными опорожнениями кишечника, часто являющееся симптомом проблем с пищеварением; также используется в переносном смысле для описания состояния застоя или неэффективности.

A medical condition characterized by infrequent or difficult bowel movements, often a symptom of digestive issues; also used figuratively to describe a state of being blocked or made ineffective.

uncountable

1. Bowel conditionB2formalmedical

   A condition where bowel movements are infrequent or difficult to pass, often associated with intestinal issues.

   Запор

   • The patient complained of severe constipation after the surgery.
   • Eating more fiber can help relieve constipation.
   • Constipation is a common symptom of dehydration.

   Synonymsdyscheziairregularityobstipation

   Antonymsdiarrhealooseness

2. Stagnation or uselessnessC1formal

   The act of making something ineffective or pointless through routine or repetition.

   Застой или бесполезность

   • The bureaucracy led to a constipation of the entire approval process.
   • Routine tasks can cause a constipation of creative thinking.
   • The project suffered from a constipation of ideas due to excessive meetings.

   Synonymsblockagecongestiongridlocklogjamobstructionstagnation