pəˈrɑrɛktəl

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or situated near the pararectal fossa, a region in the pelvic cavity

“The pararectal lymph nodes are involved in the spread of cancer in the pelvic region.”

2. adverb

in relation to the pararectal fossa

“The surgeon carefully approached the pararectal area during the operation.”

3. noun

a region in the pelvic cavity

“The pararectal fossa contains several vital organs and blood vessels.”