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Directional termsl
Directional HBS Terms
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Anterior | the front of the body |
| Posterior | the back of the body |
| Inferior | away from the head, lower on the body |
| Superior | toward the head, higher on the body |
| Medial | middle of the body |
| Lateral | Away from the midline of the body |
| Distal | Away from the point of attachment |
| Proximal | Closer to the point of attachment |
| Superficial | toward the surface of the body |
| Deep | Away from the surface of the body |
| Ventral | belly side |
| Dorsal | The back side |