colic

UK
/ˈkɒlɪk/
US
/ˈkɑlɪk/

Translations

colicnoun
colics
pl
UK
/ˈkɒl.ɪk/
US
/ˈkɑː.lɪk/
Synonyms
abdominal pain
stomach cramps
abdominal cramp
intestinal cramp
bowel spasm
gastrointestinal cramp
spasmodic abdominal pain
colicadjective
more colic
Comp.
most colic
Super.
UK
/ˈkɒlɪk/
US
/ˈkɑlɪk/
The baby was suffering from colic pain.
Ребенок страдал от коликовой боли.

Definitions

colicnoun
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.
colicadjective
Relating to or affected by colic, a condition characterized by severe abdominal pain.
She applied a warm compress to ease the colic pain.