What is another word for dorsally?

Pronunciation: [dˈɔːsə͡li] (IPA)

Dorsally is an anatomical term used to refer to the backside or upper surface of an organism. Synonyms for this term include dorsal, spinal, and posterior. The term dorsal describes the upper side or back of an animal, while spinal refers to the spinal cord or backbone. Posterior is used to describe the back part of something or located at the rear of an animal's body. These synonyms are commonly used in discussions regarding an organism's anatomy, positioning, or movement. Understanding these synonyms can ensure clear communication when discussing biological matters.

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What are the hypernyms for Dorsally?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Dorsally

The narial rim is wide, but wider ventrally than dorsally.
"Two New Pelycosaurs from the Lower Permian of Oklahoma"
Richard C. Fox
Nevertheless, they are distinctly brighter dorsally, paler ventrally, and average larger than the specimens listed in the account of R. m.
"Records of Harvest Mice, Reithrodontomys, from Central America, with Description of a New Subspecies from Nicaragua"
Sydney Anderson J. Knox Jones
From other hylids that occur in the same area, Hyla charadricola differs from Hyla miotympanum and H. arborescandens, both of which are green dorsally, by having a truncate snout and longer fingers with less webbing.
"A Review of the Frogs of the Hyla bistincta Group"
William E. Duellman

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