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

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

From BBC

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

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

Nettie, the protagonist of the first section of the book, lives with her husband and makes money giving colonics from her home.

From New York Times