How to Pronounce "luminal"
word
ˈɫumənəɫ
LOO-muh-nuhl
ˈluːmɪnəl
LOO-min-uhl
Definition
Relating to or located within the lumen, the inside space of a tubular structure in the body, such as a blood vessel or intestine.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫumənəɫ
British English
ˈluːmɪnəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LOO-muh-nuhl
UK
LOO-min-uhl
Listen in Context
The doctor examined the luminal surface of the intestine.
Some diseases cause luminal narrowing of blood vessels.
The bacteria grew quickly in the luminal space.
During the scan, doctors looked for luminal blockages that might explain her symptoms.