clyster

/ˈklɪstər/

Definitions

1. noun

A liquid or semi-fluid medicine, especially a laxative solution, introduced into the rectum or vagina.

“The doctor instructed her to administer a warm clyster to ease her constipation.”

2. verb

To administer a clyster to (someone or something).

“The nurse had to clyster the infant after the feeding.”

Synonyms

  • cathartic
  • enema

Antonyms

  • constipant
  • obstructant