Synonyms for

Urine

Verb / ˈjɜ:ʌn / / ˈjʊrʌn / Another word for urine — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Urine is the liquid waste product produced by the kidneys and excreted from the body through the urethra.

Synonyms & similar words

weewee piss water piddle pee pee piss wee urination excrement discharge

Synonyms by register

Formal

urine urina excrement

Informal

pee piss wee

Literary

amber water

Common collocations

  • urine sample
  • urine test
  • urine analysis
  • urine culture
  • urine output
  • urine specimen
  • urine color
  • urine odor

Word family

noun urine
verb urinate
adjective urinary

Usage note

Urine is the standard, neutral term. 'Pee' and 'piss' are informal and should be avoided in formal contexts. 'Wee' is often used by or when speaking to children.

Example sentences

  1. I have to go to the bathroom to urinate.
  2. The color and smell of urine can tell you a lot about your health.
  3. The doctor said my urine test came back normal.
  4. She accidentally spilled urine on her clothes.
  5. The cat peed on the floor and it smelled like urine.

Quotes

  • "Urine is created by the kidneys and is a sterile liquid until it reaches the urethra." - Dr. Melissa Conrad Stöppler
  • "Urine is like a window to your health." - Dr. Jennifer Berman
  • "Urine is not only a waste product but a valuable resource." - Peter Morgan

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