adrenally
|a-dre-nal-ly|
C1
/əˈdriː.nəl.i/
(adrenal)
relating to adrenal glands
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adrenally' originates from the word 'adrenal,' which is derived from the Latin 'ad-' meaning 'near' and 'renes' meaning 'kidneys.'
Historical Evolution
'adrenal' changed from the Latin word 'adrenalis' and eventually became the modern English word 'adrenal.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'near the kidneys,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'related to the adrenal glands.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner related to the adrenal glands or their secretions.
The medication works adrenally to reduce inflammation.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/13 01:06