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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Inversion and prolapse of the mucous coat of the rectum, from relaxation of the sphincter, with swelling. uncountable
2. 2
   protrusion or herniation of the rectum into the vagina; can occur if pelvic muscles are weakened by childbirth wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

rectocele

Etymology

From procto- + -cele.