Endoscopy

/ɛnˈdɒskəpi/

Synonyms

  • scope
  • colonoscopy
  • gastroscopy
  • internal examination
  • sigmoidoscopy

Slang Meanings

The tube used for the procedure.
The doctor said they'd need to use the 'snake' for the endoscopy.
Referring to the procedure itself in a casual context.
I had to get a tube down my throat; it was a real 'scope session'.