dorsum /dor·sum/ (dor´sum) pl. dor´sa [L.]
dorsum
dorsum [dor´sum] (pl. dor´sa) (L.)
1. the back.
2. the aspect of an anatomical structure or part corresponding in position to the back; posterior in the human.
dor·sum (dôr s m)n. pl. dor·sa (-s ) 1. The back. 2. The upper, outer surface of an organ, appendage, or part. |
dorsum
[dôr′səm]
Etymology: L, dorsum, back
the back of the body or the posterior or upper surface of a body part.
dorsum [dor´sum] (pl. dor´sa) (L.)
1. the back; the posterior surface of the human body in the anatomical position.
2. the aspect of an anatomical structure or part corresponding in position to the back.
dorsum
pl. dorsa [L.]
1. the back; the superior surface of a body or body part, as of the paw or foot.
2. the aspect of an anatomical structure or part corresponding in position to the back; posterior in the human.
Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content.
| ?Page tools | ||
|---|---|---|
|