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Wiktionary Word definitions in Wiktionary
n. 1 (context medicine English) grate, crackle or popping sounds and sensations experienced under the skin and joints. 2 crepitation

The Collaborative International Dictionary Word definitions in The Collaborative International Dictionary
Crepitus \Crep"i*tus\ (kr?p"?-t?s), n. [L., fr. crepare to crack.] (Med.) The noise produced by a sudden discharge of wind from the bowels. Same as Crepitation , 2. [1913 Webster] ||

Douglas Harper's Etymology Dictionary Word definitions in Douglas Harper's Etymology Dictionary
c.1810, from Latin crepitus "a rattling, creaking;" another word for crepitation , which is from the same root.

Wikipedia Word definitions in Wikipedia
Crepitus is an alleged Roman god of flatulence . It is unlikely that Crepitus was ever actually worshipped. The only ancient source for the claim that such a god was ever worshipped comes from Christian satire . The name Crepitus standing alone would be ...