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Definition of Costiveness

1. n. An unnatural retention of the fecal matter of the bowels; constipation.

Definition of Costiveness

1. Noun. The state or quality of being costive; constipation. ¹

2. Noun. (obsolete) Inability to express oneself; stiffness. ¹

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Definition of Costiveness

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Medical Definition of Costiveness

1. Infrequent or difficult evacuation of the faeces. Origin: L. Constipatio = a crowding together This entry appears with permission from the Dictionary of Cell and Molecular Biology (11 Mar 2008)

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