Faecal matter is a clinical term that can be used to describe the solid or semisolid matter that is excreted from the body. Although this term is widely used in the medical field, there are several synonyms that can be used interchangeably, such as stool, feces, or excrement. Feces is widely considered to be the most commonly used synonym for faecal matter and is often used in everyday language. Some other synonyms for faecal matter include droppings, dung, or animal scat, which are often used to refer to the excrement produced by animals. Other more technical terms that can be used include bowel movement, fecal waste, or digestive waste.