noun

colonoscopy

ko-luh-NO-skuh-pee

Colonoscopy (noun) means a medical exam that uses a thin, flexible camera to look inside the colon. Example: “Her doctor recommended a colonoscopy to check for early signs of cancer.”

noun

A medical exam that uses a thin, flexible camera to look inside the colon.

"Her doctor recommended a colonoscopy to check for early signs of cancer."

"Most people need to fast the day before a colonoscopy."

How to Use Colonoscopy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA camera examination of the colon, usually done to screen for cancer or other issues.

Common pairings

have a colonoscopy colonoscopy screening

Word Forms

colonoscopies plural

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Etymology

From colono- (relating to the colon) plus -scopy ("viewing, examining"), from Greek skopein, "to look at."

Origin: Latin

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “colonoscopy” mean?

The word “colonoscopy” means a medical exam that uses a thin, flexible camera to look inside the colon. In plain terms, a camera examination of the colon, usually done to screen for cancer or other issues.

How do you pronounce “colonoscopy”?

“Colonoscopy” is pronounced ko-luh-NO-skuh-pee (/kɑ.ləˈnɑ.skə.pi/ in IPA).

How do you use “colonoscopy” in a sentence?

Here is “colonoscopy” used in a sentence: “Her doctor recommended a colonoscopy to check for early signs of cancer.”

What part of speech is “colonoscopy”?

“Colonoscopy” is a noun.

Where does the word “colonoscopy” come from?

The word “colonoscopy” comes from Latin. From colono- (relating to the colon) plus -scopy ("viewing, examining"), from Greek skopein, "to look at.".