anorectal

American

[an-uh-rek-tl] / ˌæn əˈrɛk tl /

adjective

of, relating to, or associated with the anus and rectum.

Etymology

Origin of anorectal

Example Sentences

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In a full squat, that cinch relaxes, the bend or “anorectal angle” opens up, and intra-abdominal pressure rises, reducing the need to push.

From The Guardian

The semi-squat position did not appear to open the anorectal angle, or reduce the amount of straining needed to go, though the studies were not rigorous enough to establish anything approaching a scientific fact.

From The Guardian

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