Origin: Latin suffix -al
Adrenal has 5 different meanings across 2 categories:
either of a pair of complex endocrine glands situated near the kidney
"The doctor explained that her high blood pressure was caused by a tumor on one of her adrenal glands."
An adrenal gland.
"After his morning run, he felt a surge of energy as his adrenal glands kicked into high gear to release extra hormones."
of or pertaining to the adrenal glands or their secretions
"The doctor ordered a special scan to check for any abnormalities in his adrenal glands after he reported sudden spikes in blood pressure."
near the kidneys
"The surgeon carefully located the small adrenal glands sitting just above each kidney to perform the delicate removal procedure."
Pertaining to the adrenal glands or their secretions.
"The doctor warned that taking too much of his medication could disrupt his adrenal balance and cause dangerous spikes in blood pressure."