gross anatomy

noun

1. the branch of anatomy that deals with structures that can be seen with the naked eye.

Word History and Origins

Origin of gross anatomy¹

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

Neha Malhotra is a first-year medical student at the University of Toronto in a unique position to understand the changes this year in gross anatomy.

From Nautilus

Physicians often consider the numerous hours spent in gross anatomy lab to be the most formative of their medical school careers.

From Nautilus