Why do they call it "taking a dump"shouldn't it be "leaving a dump"?

Philippines
September 6, 2008 1:04pm CST
excuse to those whose eating right now..just curious...hope u know the answer coz i don't..
1 response
@Beaver72 (446)
6 Sep 08
I dont know, maybe 'taking a shower' should be called 'leaving some dirt'