Definition

The parts that are connected to or located near an organ in the body.

Example

The surgeon examined the adnexa during the procedure to ensure everything was in order.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the term adnexa in anatomy?

Yeah, I think it refers to the parts adjoining an organ, right?

Exactly! It's interesting how everything is connected in our bodies.

Definitely! It makes understanding anatomy so much more fascinating.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Adnexa is derived from the Latin "adnexus" (meaning connected or bound to), which is formed from "ad-" (meaning to or towards) and "nexus" (meaning a binding or connection). The term refers to structures that are connected or associated with something else, particularly in a biological or anatomical context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'connected' ('adnexus') to remember that 'adnexa' refers to things that are bound or associated with something else.

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