Definition

Relating to a condition where an organ pushes through an opening in the muscle or tissue that holds it in place.

Example

The doctor explained that the hernial issue needed to be addressed surgically.

Conversation

Have you heard about the hernial issues that some athletes face?

Yeah, I've read that it can be really painful and hard to recover from.

Exactly! It's surprising how common these hernial problems are in sports.

For sure, I hope they find better treatments for it soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hernial → It is derived from "hernia" (from Latin "hernia", meaning a rupture or protrusion of an organ through the wall of the cavity that contains it) and the suffix "-al" (meaning pertaining to). The word "hernial" refers to something that is related to or characteristic of a hernia.

Memory Tip

Think of a hernia as a 'rupture' and remember that 'hernial' means pertaining to that rupture.

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