anatomical
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- anatomically adverb
- nonanatomic adjective
- nonanatomical adjective
- nonanatomically adverb
- pseudoanatomic adjective
- pseudoanatomical adjective
- pseudoanatomically adverb
- semianatomic adjective
- semianatomical adjective
- semianatomically adverb
Etymology
Origin of anatomical
1580–90; < Late Latin anatomic ( us ) (< Greek anatomikós; anatomy, -ic ) + -al 1
Example Sentences
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Along with this discovery, the analysis confirmed several other anatomical traits associated with bipedal movement.
From Science Daily
"This newly reconstructed cranium further emphasizes the anatomical diversity seen in early members of our genus, which is only likely to increase with future discoveries."
From Science Daily
Genetic and anatomical studies now show that the reptile long referred to as the Pinocchio chameleon is not the species scientists thought it was.
From Science Daily
MRI can highlight large anatomical networks but cannot capture tiny cellular structures.
From Science Daily
Linder says routine anatomical imaging - whether MRI or CT - is generally discouraged in asymptomatic patients because potential risks outweigh the benefits.
From BBC
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