Rectal
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈrɛk.təl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Rectal is an adjective meaning (anatomy) Of, via or related to the rectum.
Meaning
(anatomy) Of, via or related to the rectum.
More Meanings
- (informal) Ellipsis of rectal examination.
Example Sentences
The customs inspector subjected him to a rectal exam.
Give a MC a rectal hysterectomy / Lecture on removal of the bowels, foul technically
Colorectal cancer refers to colon cancer, which starts in the colon, and rectal cancer, which starts in the rectum.
Most doctors feel a rectal examination is unnecessary following a full pelvic examination, so that rectals are not routinely performed on women.
Word Forms
- rectals
Synonyms for rectal
Depending on context, synonyms include anal.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include anal, colorectal, rectum, bowel, intestine, gut.
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