hernioid

/hɜːrˈnaɪɔɪd, -naɪɔɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

resembling or relating to a hernia, especially a type of inguinal hernia in which the intestine protrudes through a weak spot in the abdominal wall

“The doctor diagnosed the patient with a hernioid protrusion.”

2. adjective

resembling or relating to a hernia

“The patient had a hernioid condition that required immediate surgery.”

Synonyms

  • hernial
  • inguinal

Antonyms

  • abdominally stable
  • hernia-free