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Directional Terms
Anatomical Directional
Term | Definition |
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Anterior | Situated toward the front of the body. |
Deep | Away from the body's surface; more internal |
Distal | Situated away from the point of attachment or origin or a central point. |
Dorsal | Being or located near, on, or toward the back or posterior part of the body. |
Inferior | Situated below and closer to the feet |
Lateral | Relating to the side of the body; away from the midline! |
Medial | Lying or extending in the middle of the body. |
Posterior | Situated at or toward the hind part of the body. |
Proximal | Situated next to or near the point of attachment or origin. |
Superficial | Of, relating to, or located near the surface. |
Superior | Situated toward the head and further away from the feet. |
Ventral | Pertaining to the anterior or front side of the body |