Definition of "tubal" [tub•al]

• Of, relating to, or occurring in a tube, such as the fallopian tube or the eustachian tube. (adjective)

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• "I am not from Mexico or South America- does anyone know if the term tubal ligation is well know?"
• "The risk of a tubal is so unnecessary for my wife and I."
• "About one in four U.S. married women opt for sterilization, also known as tubal ligation, or tube-tying."