What does preoral mean?
Preoral means (anatomy) Situated in front of, or anterior to, the mouth..
Preoral
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
(anatomy) Situated in front of, or anterior to, the mouth..
Definitions by Sense
- (anatomy) Situated in front of, or anterior to, the mouth.
- (psychoanalysis) Prior to the oral stage, in Freudian psychoanalysis.
- Prior to an oral exam.
Example Sentences
preoral aperture
preoral brush
preoral cavity
preoral nerve
Synonyms for preoral
Antonyms for preoral
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Word Forms
- pre-oral
Usage Notes
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What is a synonym for preoral?
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What is the opposite of preoral?
Possible antonyms include postoral.
How do you use preoral in a sentence?
preoral aperture
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