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

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

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

From BBC

It also highlights the protective function of mucus, shielding the delicate cells responsible for essential colonic processes from the mechanical forces generated by bowel movements.

From Science Daily

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

From Los Angeles Times

“They left the tube in for an additional 30 minutes ‘to aid in colonic absorption,’” Dr. Crosby said, dismissing the procedure as bogus.

From New York Times