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anal

adjectivetechnicalcommon/ɐˈnaɫ/a·nal

Definitions

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1

Relating to or situated near the anus.

Usage examples

The doctor performed an anal examination.
Anal fissures can be very painful.

Common combinations

anal canalanal fissureanal examinationanal region
2

In Freudian psychoanalytic theory, relating to the second stage of psychosexual development, centered on bowel and bladder control.

Usage examples

Anal-retentive personality traits include orderliness and stinginess.
The anal stage occurs roughly between 18 months and 3 years of age.

Common combinations

anal stageanal personalityanal fixation