poop

Everyday

1. (informal, childish, mostly US/Canada) Solid waste that comes out of a body; poo. tree →
2. (verb, informal) To pass solid waste: The dog pooped on the lawn. tree →
3. (slang) «Pooped» means very tired: I'm pooped! tree →
4. (old, sailing) The poop deck is the raised deck at the back of an old ship. tree →
5. (informal) «The poop» (US) means the inside news or information. tree →

In the lessons

In everyday and safety life: pick up your dog's poop and wash your hands after the toilet. In science lessons animal poop (droppings, dung) tells us what animals eat. In stories kids giggle at poop jokes. «Pooped» means worn out after sport. Phrases: «dog poop», «poop scoop», «I'm pooped», «poop deck», «party pooper» (someone who spoils fun).

Examples

• Please pick up your dog's poop in the park. tree →
• The baby needs a new nappy — she's pooped. tree →
• After the race I was totally pooped. tree →
• Scientists studied whale poop to learn about the sea. tree →
• Don't be a party pooper — come and dance! tree →
• The captain stood on the poop deck. tree →
• Wash your hands after you poop. tree →
• Bird poop landed on Dad's car. tree →

Note

Informal; UK and Australia say «poo» more often; polite words: waste, droppings, faeces (science), stool (doctors). «Pooped» (tired) is slang, fine among friends. Regular verb: pooped.