anality

noun

anal·​i·​ty ā-ˈna-lə-tē How to pronounce anality (audio)
plural analities
: the psychological state or quality of being anal

Word History

Etymology

anal entry 1 + -ity

First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of anality was in 1934

Dictionary Entries Near anality

Cite this Entry

“Anality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anality. Accessed 30 Oct. 2024.

Medical Definition

anality

noun
anal·​i·​ty ā-ˈnal-ət-ē How to pronounce anality (audio)
plural analities
: an anal psychological state, stage, or quality
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