Fecal
(adjective)
- Of or relating to feces.
- Of or produced by the excrement.
Origin:
From the latin faecalis, meaning "of or relating to feces".
Examples:
- The fecal matter was found in the water supply.
- The fecal coliform test is used to determine the presence of bacteria in water.
- The fecal matter in the water caused illness among the residents.
- The fecal sample was analyzed for the presence of disease-causing organisms.
- The fecal odor was overwhelming and indicated a sewage leak.