(often attributive, bacteriology) Escherichia coli, a Gram-negative bacterium commonly found in the lower intestine of warm-blooded organisms.

plural of coly

Any bird of either of the genera Colius or Urocolius, endemic to sub-Saharan Africa.

A minor river, the River Coly, in East Devon, England, which joins the River Axe near Colyford.

(pathology) Severe pains that grip the abdomen or the disease that causes such pains (due to intestinal or bowel-related problems).

Relating to the colon; colonic.

A male given name from Ancient Greek / A rather rare surname originating as a patronymic.

(pathology) inflammation of the colon. / (medicine, informal) Short for ulcerative colitis.

A large theatre, cinema, or stadium. / A large, often circular building, for indoor sporting events, exhibitions, concerts, etc.; arena.

Alternative spelling of collinear