a. [f. L. crypta (see prec.) + -AL.] Of, pertaining to, or of the nature of a crypt.
1842. Dunglison, Med. Lex., s.v. Crypta, The use of the cryptal or follicular secretion, is to keep the parts … supple and moist.
1860. All Year Round, No. 56. 139. He led me down to the second cryptal chamber.
