urinary

UK: ˈjʊərɪnəri | US: ˈjʊrəneri

Definition

  1. adj. relating to urine or the organs involved in its production and excretion

Structure
urin <urine>ary <adjective suffix>
Etymology

urinary = urin<urine> + ary<adjective suffix>

  • urin<urine>: From Latin urina (urine), derived from Proto-Indo-European uh₁r- (water, liquid).
  • ary<adjective suffix>: A suffix of Latin origin (-arius) used to form adjectives meaning "related to" or "connected with."

Etymology Origin:
The word urinary traces back to Latin urina, reflecting its biological function. The suffix -ary was added in Late Middle English to denote association, creating a term specifically tied to the urinary system. The logic is straightforward: urin (the core substance) + ary (pertaining to), forming a precise medical/adjective term.

Examples

  1. The urinary tract includes the kidneys, bladder, and urethra.

  2. Frequent urinary infections may require medical attention.

  3. The doctor ordered a urinary test to check for abnormalities.

  4. Dehydration can lead to concentrated urinary output.

  5. Certain foods can irritate the urinary system.