ad·re·nal

(ə-drē′nəl)

adj.

1. At, near, or on the kidneys.

2. Of or relating to the adrenal glands or their secretions.

An adrenal gland.

ad·re′nal·ly adv.

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adrenally

(əˈdriːnəlɪ)

adv

in a manner relating to the adrenal glands

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