The muted-flute

An exercise executed to avoid embarrassment whilst going to the loo in a place where a large, and/or loud poo may be released, and consequently heard by others. A large amount of loo paper (sometimes a towel) is held directly underneath the bottom of the seated individual currently on the loo. Thus, the excess paper is designed to absorb most of the sound given off from the motion and changes the pitch of the tone to a more subdued base note. Normally performed in public toilets where the walls separating the individual bowls are marginal; but also when a colleague/family member is know to be in close proximity.