catharsis/kəˈθɑ:sɪs; kə`θɑrsɪs/ n(pl -ses/ -si:z; -siz/)1 [C, U] (instance of the) release of strong feelings through the effect of art, esp drama （通过艺术作用, 尤指戏剧）强烈情感的发抒.2 [U] (medical 医) emptying of the bowels 导泻; 通便.
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