retinal
Translation
retinal
Examples
He suffered a retinal detachment.
He suffered a retinal detachment.
The retinal scan confirmed his identity.
The retinal scan confirmed his identity.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) relating to the retina A retinal scan is a form of biometric identification.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ocular, optic
Etymology
From Latin 'rete' (net), referring to the net-like structure of the retina. The suffix '-al' forms an adjective meaning 'relating to'.
Memory Tips
Think of the noun 'retina' and add the adjective-forming suffix '-al'. Associate it with the common phrase 'retinal scan'.