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hiatal

adjective hi·a·tal \hī-ˈā-təl\

Definition of HIATAL

:  of, relating to, or involving a hiatus
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First Known Use of HIATAL

1909

Rhymes with HIATAL

postnatal, prenatal
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hiatal

adjective hi·a·tal \hī-ˈāt-əl\

Medical Definition of HIATAL

:  of, relating to, or involving a hiatus

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2 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. hiatal
  2. hiatal hernia
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