rectal

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to the rectum.

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Synonyms

anal

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Variants

List of all variants of rectal that leads to same result
rectal , rectally

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Etymology

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From Latin rectus 'straight' + albus 'white' (the color of the rectum in anatomy)

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Trivia

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1. The rectum is about 12 inches long in adults.

2. The rectum is lined with a specialized type of epithelium called columnar mucosa.

3. The rectum is the site of several important reflexes, including the recto-anal reflex and the defecation reflex.

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Related Concepts

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1. anus: The opening at the end of the digestive tract through which feces are eliminated from the body.

2. anal canal: The narrow, muscular canal that connects the rectum to the anus.

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Culture

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In medicine, the rectal region is important for several reasons. It is the site of the rectum, which is part of the digestive system and plays a role in the elimination of waste. It is also the site of several important organs, including the rectum itself, the anal canal, and the anus. In literature and art, the rectal region has been used as a source of humor or taboo, reflecting cultural attitudes towards bodily functions and sexuality.

How to Memorize "rectal"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine the rectum as a long, narrow tube that connects the colon to the anus. Visualize the muscles of the rectum and anal canal contracting to expel feces.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the rectum with the digestive system and the elimination of waste.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'RECTUM' to remember the functions of the rectum: Rectum Eliminates Crap That Upsets Many.

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