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dorsal

/ˈdɔɹsəl/

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noun

A hanging, usually of rich stuff, at the back of a throne, altar, etc.

Examples :

"The elaborate dorsal behind the king's throne was made of velvet and gold. "

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adjective

With respect to, or concerning the side in which the backbone is located, or the analogous side of an invertebrate.

Examples :

"The dorsal fin of the fish was a striking feature. "

anatomy animal body physiology biology

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adjective

(of a knife) Having only one sharp side.

Examples :

"The butter knife was dorsal, with only the bottom edge sharp enough to spread, not cut. "

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adjective

Relating to the top surface of the foot or hand.

Examples :

"The mosquito bite on the dorsal surface of my hand is incredibly itchy. "

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adjective

(of a sound) Produced using the dorsum of the tongue.

Examples :

"The singer produced a dorsal sound, using the back of her tongue to create the specific tone. "

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adjective

Relating to the surface naturally inferior, as of a leaf.

Examples :

"The dorsal side of the leaf was pressed against the windowpane. "

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adjective

Relating to the surface naturally superior, as of a creeping hepatic moss.

Examples :

"The dorsal side of the plant's leaves was a deeper green than the underside. "

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