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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

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of colonic

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

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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

Resume drinking after the colonic sessions is completed.

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

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