<p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used without object) to void excrement from the bowels through the anus; have a bowel movement.</li><li>to become clear of dregs, impurities, etc.</li></ul><p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used with object) to clear of dregs, impurities, etc.; purify; refine.</li></ul>