suprarenal
|su-pra-re-nal|
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/ˌsuːprəˈriːnəl/
above the kidneys
Etymology
Etymology Information
'suprarenal' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'suprarenalis,' where 'supra-' meant 'above' and 'renalis' meant 'kidney.'
Historical Evolution
'suprarenalis' transformed into the modern English word 'suprarenal' through Latin influence.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'above the kidneys,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
located above the kidneys; relating to the adrenal glands.
The suprarenal glands are responsible for producing adrenaline.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/21 01:41