What it means
An ending that turns a body part or idea into a describing word. renalREE-nulRelating to the kidneys.ren/o kidney-al relating toFull entry means relating to the kidneys, nasalNAY-zulHaving to do with the nose.nas/o nose-al relating toFull entry relating to the nose, rectalREK-tulRelating to the rectum, the last part of the large intestine; also, given or measured through the rectum.rect/o rectum, straight-al relating toFull entry relating to the rectum, gastric relating to the stomach and spinal relating to the spine. Learn the root in front of it and the whole word is easy to read.