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intestinal colic

noun

Simple meaning

Acute abdominal pain.

Pronunciation

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ihntehstuhnuhlkahlik

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ɪnˈtɛstənəlkɑlɪk

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Definition

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noun

  1. Acute abdominal pain (especially in infants)

Word Aura™

How this word commonly comes across.

This meaning: Acute abdominal pain (especially in infants)

Used this way, intestinal colic is a reasonably familiar word with a faintly unfavourable edge. It carries more force than its gentler alternatives. It sounds natural in ordinary conversation and in expressive writing alike.

Emotional tone
Slightly negative
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Strong
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Serious and weighty
Usage feel
Everyday but emotionally strong

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