Ventral
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈvɛntɹəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Ventral is an adjective meaning Related to the abdomen or stomach.
Meaning
Related to the abdomen or stomach.
More Meanings
- (anatomy) On the front side of the human body, or the corresponding surface of an animal, usually the lower surface.
- (anatomy) On or relating to the sole of the foot or the palmar surface of the hand.
- (neuroanatomy) On the lower side of the brain.
- Any of the enlarged and transversely elongated scales that extend down the underside of a snake's body from the neck to the anal scale.
Word Forms
- ventrals
Synonyms for ventral
Depending on context, synonyms include adaxial, dorsoventral.
Antonyms for ventral
Common opposites include dorsal, abaxial.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dorsoventral, adaxial, abdomen, long, front, abdominal.
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