Wednesday, 11 February 2009

Backwards Urination

Some animals urinate backwards. Camels, hippos and raccoons are notable examples; when these beasts feel the call of nature, you would well advised not to be standing behind them.

But let's say the worst happens, and you find yourself drenched in two pints of camel wee. What word would you need, to describe the cause of your misfortune? Well, it's the splendid RETROMINGENT. Because 'retromingent' is the adjective pertaining to any beast who passes water in such a direction.

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