noun
- the adrenal glands; small triangular endocrine glands located above each kidney that produce hormones including adrenaline and cortisol
Usage: medical; anatomy
Examples
- The doctor ordered tests to check the function of her adrenals.
- Stress can cause the adrenals to produce excess cortisol.
- His adrenals were working overtime during the emergency situation.
- The surgeon carefully avoided damaging the adrenals during the kidney operation.
- Chronic fatigue may be linked to overworked adrenals.
- The endocrinologist specializes in disorders of the thyroid and adrenals.