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colic

/ˈkɒlɪk/

/ˈkɑlɪk/

colicnoun

colics

/ˈkɒl.ɪk/

/ˈkɑː.lɪk/

Definitions

Severe intermittent abdominal pain caused by spasm, obstruction, or distention of the intestines, especially in infants.

The pediatrician diagnosed the baby's persistent crying as a sign of colic.

(Veterinary medicine) A potentially life-threatening abdominal disorder in horses or other animals, characterized by severe pain and restlessness.

The vet was called immediately when the horse showed signs of colic.

Synonyms

abdominal pain

stomach cramps

abdominal cramp

intestinal cramp

bowel spasm

gastrointestinal cramp

spasmodic abdominal pain

colicadjective

more colic

Comp.

most colic

Super.

/ˈkɒlɪk/

/ˈkɑlɪk/

Translations

The baby was suffering from colic pain.

Ребенок страдал от коликовой боли.

Definitions

Relating to or affected by colic, a condition characterized by severe abdominal pain.

She applied a warm compress to ease the colic pain.

Synonyms