answer the call of nature

euphemism To urinate or defecate. Jim is off answering the call of nature. Wait a minute, I have to go answer the call of nature. Please remind the kids to answer the call of nature before we leave the house, OK?

See also: answer, call, nature, of

See also:

call of nature
a call of nature
nature's call
nature
make a call
on call
call up
Can I have (one) call you?
Could I have call you?
call my service

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