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Synonyms for

Urinary

Adjective / ˈjɜ:ʌˌneri: / Another word for urinary — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

related to or affecting the organs that produce and excrete urine

Synonyms & similar words

bladder kidney excretory genitourinary renal urological vesical urogenital urethral cystic ureteral nephritic nephrotic prostatic sphincteric antidiuretic diuretic albuminuric polyuric oliguric

Synonyms by register

Formal

urogenital renal

Common collocations

  • urinary tract
  • urinary system
  • urinary incontinence
  • urinary bladder
  • urinary catheter
  • urinary infection
  • urinary urgency

Word family

noun urine
adjective urinary

Usage note

Relating to urine or the organs that produce and excrete it. It is commonly used in medical and biological contexts.

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Example sentences

  1. The urinary system helps the body get rid of waste.
  2. She had to go to the bathroom frequently due to her urinary tract infection.
  3. He went to the doctor because he was experiencing urinary retention.
  4. The doctor prescribed medication to treat her urinary incontinence.
  5. A healthy urinary system is important for overall health.

Quotes

  • If you're not drinking enough water, your body will let you know in the form of thirst, dry mouth, and/or dark yellow urine or infrequent urinary output. Be sure to stay hydrated!
  • I have been diagnosed with a urinary tract infection that has affected my kidneys. It's been a very painful time for me. It's been a tough couple of weeks.
  • I had a urinary tract infection and I went to see my doctor. And he gave me some antibiotics and they worked. And so I guess I would just say, 'Don't let it go!'

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