anterior-related
|an-te-ri-or-re-lat-ed|
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/ænˈtɪriər rɪˈleɪtɪd/
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/ænˈtɪəriər rɪˈleɪtɪd/
(anterior)
front position
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anterior' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'anterior,' where 'ante-' meant 'before' or 'in front of.'
Historical Evolution
'anterior' changed from the Latin word 'anterior' and eventually became the modern English word 'anterior.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'before' or 'in front of,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
pertaining to or situated at the front or forward part of something.
The anterior-related muscles are crucial for movement.
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Last updated: 2025/07/16 00:11