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dorsum Definition and Meaning in English (dorsum definition)

noun
Synonyms:backupper surface
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Dorsum definition: The upper or posterior surface of an organ or part, such as the back of the hand, foot, or tongue.

Definitions of Dorsum

  1. 1noun(formal)

    The upper or posterior surface of an organ or part, such as the back of the hand, foot, or tongue.

Example Sentences

formal

“The surgeon made an incision along the dorsum of the patient's hand.”

formal

“The insect has distinct markings on its dorsum.”

Synonyms

backupper surface

Antonyms

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Inflected Word Forms

adjectivedorsal

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Dorsum definition: The upper or posterior surface of an organ or part, such as the back of the hand, foot, or tongue.
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'Dorsum' translates to 'dorsum' in English. Dorsum definition: The upper or posterior surface of an organ or part, such as the back of the hand, foot, or tongue.
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