1. plural of colic; severe abdominal pain caused by intestinal gas or obstruction
Usage: medical

Examples

• The baby suffered from frequent colics during her first few months.
• Horse colics can be life-threatening if not treated promptly.
• The doctor explained that infant colics usually resolve by three months of age.
• Severe colics kept him awake most of the night.
• The veterinarian diagnosed the mare with one of the most common equine colics.