Colic

Noun

Definitions

1.NounSevere pains that grip the abdomen or the disease that causes such pains (due to intestinal or bowel-related problems).

2.NounSevere fussiness and crying, especially of infants with certain medical conditions.

3.NounA medicinal plant used to relieve such symptoms.

4.AdjectiveRelating to the colon; colonic.

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