nature calls

nature calls

euphemism Used to indicate that one needs to urinate or defecate. Excuse me, I'll be right back. Nature calls! A: "Where did Jerry run off to in such a hurry?" B: "Nature calls, I guess."
See also: call, nature
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • nature stop
  • answer nature's call
  • go to the lavatory
  • check out the plumbing
  • answer the call of nature
  • relieve (oneself)
  • relieve oneself
  • plumbing
  • bathroom
  • bio