colonic

American  

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

adjective

Anatomy.

1. of or relating to the colon.

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noun

1. an enema.

colonic British  

/ kəˈlɒnɪk /

adjective

1. 1. anatomy of or relating to the colon

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

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noun

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

   a high colonic

Etymology

Origin of colonic

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

Example Sentences

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colonic

Rather than concentrating on nerve or muscle function, the researchers turned their attention to colonic mucin.

From Science Daily ● Feb. 19, 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

These treatments range from acupuncture and homeopathy, to aromatherapy, meditation and colonic irrigation.

From BBC ● Jul. 31, 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 Solomon, Steve