ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Colonic

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /kəˈlɒn.ɪk/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Colonic is an adjective meaning (anatomy) Of, relating to, affecting, or within the colon.

Meaning

(anatomy) Of, relating to, affecting, or within the colon.

More Meanings

  1. An enema.
  2. Synonym of colon cleansing (the removal of nonspecific toxins from the colon and intestinal tract considered pseudomedicine)

Example Sentences

Different forms of colonics have been used through the ages for therapeutic purposes, ranging from detoxifying and system cleansing to treatments of chronic headaches, back pain, allergies, and addictions.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include bowel, colic, enema, settler, surfboard, gut.

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