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inguinal

 

[ หˆษชล‹ษกwษชnษ™l ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

medical anatomy

Inguinal refers to the region of the groin. It is an anatomical term that describes structures or symptoms that are associated with the area where the leg meets the trunk of the body. Inguinal hernias, for example, occur when abdominal contents protrude through the inguinal canal. This condition is most commonly observed in males but can also occur in females. Proper understanding of the inguinal region is crucial for various medical diagnoses and treatment plans.

Synonyms

groin, inguinal canal, pelvic region

Examples of usage

  • He experienced an inguinal hernia.
  • The inguinal region is examined for abnormalities.
  • Inguinal lymph nodes may indicate infection.

Translations

Translations of the word "inguinal" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น inguinal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‡เค‚เค—เฅเคตเคฟเคจเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช inguinal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ inguinal

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐั…ะฒะธะฝะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pachwinowy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ผ ๅพ„้ƒจใฎ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท inguinal

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ inguinal

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท inguinal

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„œํ˜œ๋ถ€์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฅุฑุจูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tล™รญselnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tล™รญslo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่…น่‚กๆฒŸ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ inguinalni

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ nรกranum

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะธะฝะณะฒะฐะปัŒะดั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ˜แƒœแƒ’แƒ•แƒ˜แƒœแƒแƒšแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ inguinal

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ inguinal

Word origin

The word 'inguinal' originates from the Latin term 'inguinalis,' which itself derives from 'inguen,' meaning 'groin.' The use of the term can be traced back to ancient medical texts where anatomical references were critical for understanding human physiology. Over time, it has evolved to describe various medical conditions associated with the groin area, particularly in surgical and clinical practices. Its relevance in modern medicine remains significant, especially concerning hernias and lymphatic examination, showcasing the importance of historical terminology in contemporary healthcare.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,239, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.