spinal
UK: ˈspaɪnəl | US: ˈspaɪnəl
adj. relating to the spine or backbone
adj. resembling a spine in structure or function
spinal = spin<spine> + al<adjective suffix>
- spin (from Latin spina, meaning "thorn, backbone")
- al (Latin-derived suffix forming adjectives, meaning "pertaining to")
Etymology Origin:
The word "spinal" originates from the Latin spina (thorn, backbone), which evolved into Old French espine before entering Middle English as "spine." The suffix -al was added to form the adjective, denoting a relationship to the spine. This reflects a straightforward morphological development where a core noun (spine) is adapted into an adjective form to describe anatomical or structural attributes.
The doctor ordered a spinal scan to check for injuries.
Spinal nerves transmit signals between the brain and the body.
She suffered from chronic spinal pain after the accident.
The model shows the spinal column in detail.
Proper posture supports spinal health.