COLONIC Definition & Meaning

colonic

[ koh-lon-ik, kuh- ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

Anatomy.

of or relating to the colon.

noun

an enema.

colonic

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adjective

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

noun

med irrigation of the colon by injecting large amounts of fluid high into the colon
a high colonic

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of colonic¹

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

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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.

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

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The model highlights the protective function of mucus, shielding the thin cell layer that performs the colonic processes from the mechanical forces.

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

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

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