purgation meaning and definition

PURGATION noun

Definition of purgation (noun)

1. purging the body by the use of a cathartic to stimulate evacuation of the bowels
   • synonyms: catharsis, katharsis
2. a ceremonial cleansing from defilement or uncleanness by the performance of appropriate rites
   • synonyms: purification
3. the act of clearing yourself (or another) from some stigma or charge
   • synonyms: purge, purging