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Adj — Relating to the adrenal glands, small organs that sit above the kidneys and release hormones like adrenaline.

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Etymology

From ad- ("near") + renal ("relating to the kidneys"), since the adrenal glands sit on top of the kidneys.

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What does “adrenal” mean?

The word “adrenal” means relating to the adrenal glands, small organs that sit above the kidneys and release hormones like adrenaline. In plain terms, to do with the adrenal glands, which sit above the kidneys and produce adrenaline.

How do you pronounce “adrenal”?

“Adrenal” is pronounced a-DREE-nuhl (/æˈdɹiːnəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “adrenal” in a sentence?

Here is “adrenal” used in a sentence: “The patient was tested for an adrenal disorder.”

What part of speech is “adrenal”?

“Adrenal” is an adjective.

Where does the word “adrenal” come from?

The word “adrenal” comes from Latin. From ad- ("near") + renal ("relating to the kidneys"), since the adrenal glands sit on top of the kidneys.

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