take a dump
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Meaning · English
To defecate.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Samantha took a dump this morning when she woke up.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “take a dump” mean?
To defecate.
Is “take a dump” formal or informal?
take a dump is generally slang.