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Definition of rectally
rectally
/ˈrɛk.tə.li/
rec · tal · ly
Adjective:rectal
rectally Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
10
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
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• adverb
1
By way of, in, or relating to the rectum (especially in reference to medical procedures or the administration of medication).
Example
"The veterinarian had to take the dog's temperature rectally to get the most accurate reading."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Rectally. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 3, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/rectally