Definition of rectocele in English:
 rectocele
noun ˈrɛktə(ʊ)siːlˈrektōˌsēl
Medicine A prolapse of the wall between the rectum and the vagina.
 Example sentencesExamples
-  An enterocele differs from a rectocele in that it is a true hernia, lined by peritoneum and usually containing small bowel.
 -  Women with poor vaginal tone, a shallow vaginal shelf, rectocele, or cystocele may not be able to use the device effectively.
 -  Videodefecography is specifically designed to evaluate evacuatory disorders such as rectal prolapse and rectocele.
 -  A rectocele can cause fullness in the rectum, giving the patient a similar sensation to an internal hemorrhoid.
 -  Pelvic organ prolapse (cystocele, rectocele, and uterine prolapse) and anal incontinence are also troublesome sequelae of vaginal delivery.
 
Origin
  
Mid 19th century: from rectum + -cele.