"bio-break" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: bio-breaks [plural]
Etymology: bio- + break Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|bio|break}} bio- + break Head templates: {{en-noun}} bio-break (plural bio-breaks)
  1. (informal, euphemistic) A visit to a bathroom or restroom in order to relieve oneself. Tags: euphemistic, informal Categories (topical): Toilet (room) Synonyms: bio break, biobreak
    Sense id: en-bio-break-en-noun-xGp3yXy5 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English euphemisms, English terms prefixed with bio-

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