darmspoeling

Dutch

Etymology

Compound of darm +‎ spoeling.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈdɑrmˌspu.lɪŋ/
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  • Hyphenation: darm‧spoe‧ling

Noun

darmspoeling f (plural darmspoelingen, diminutive darmspoelinkje n)

  1. enema, clyster [from late 17th c.]
    • 1696, Stephanus Blankaart (Steven Blankaart), Nieuw-ligtende praktyk der medecinen, 5th ed., page 334.
      Maakt een darmſpoeling van ſpaanse ſeep en bier, of van zout, oly en Bier.
      Prepare a clyster of Spanish soap and beer, or of salt, oil and beer.

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