colonic

[ koh-lon-ik, kuh- ]

adjective

, Anatomy.

1. of or relating to the colon.

noun

1. an enema.

colonic

/ kəˈlɒnɪk /

adjective

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

noun

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

   a high colonic

Word History and Origins

Origin of colonic¹

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

Example Sentences

For those with a particularly sensitive or heightened gastrocolic reflex—which can happen with irritable bowel syndrome—when they start eating and their stomachs start expanding, they get colonic spasms that lead to a bowel movement, Vaughn explains.

From Time

This process can be mechanically assisted by deep belly massages and, yes, colonic irrigation.

From The Daily Beast

The hot colonic flushing is particularly serviceable in combating the sick headaches of migraine.

From Project Gutenberg

The latter was treated with high colonic flushing and mild diet.

From Project Gutenberg

At this time a very thorough-going colonic flushing should be administered.

From Project Gutenberg

Colonic Flushing is necessary when green stools accompany bronchitis.

From Project Gutenberg