colonic

American

[koh-lon-ik, kuh-] / koʊˈlɒn ɪk, kə- /

adjective

Anatomy.

of or relating to the colon.

noun

an enema.

colonic British

/ kəˈlɒnɪk /

adjective

1. anatomy of or relating to the colon
2. med relating to irrigation of the colon for cleansing purposes

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noun

med irrigation of the colon by injecting large amounts of fluid high into the colon

a high colonic

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Etymology

Origin of colonic

First recorded in 1905–10; colon ² + -ic

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colonic

"I know Rob very, very well. I mean, I've sat next to him as he's had a colonic."

From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026

There’s no more efficient colonic for your contact list than booking a trip with shared accommodations for you and your pals — the more luxurious the better.

From Salon ● Mar. 10, 2025

The model highlights the protective function of mucus, shielding the thin cell layer that performs the colonic processes from the mechanical forces.

From Science Daily ● Jun. 3, 2024

I had a colonic years ago, but not for the show.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 28, 2023

Many times when a faster seems to be retracing or experiencing a sudden onset of acute discomfort or symptoms, these can be almost immediately relieved by an enema or colonic.

From How and When to Be Your Own Doctor by Steve Solomon

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