noun
dorsum
Dorsum (noun) means the back or dorsal region on the surface of an animal.
noun
1
The back or dorsal region on the surface of an animal.
2
The back of the tongue, used for articulating dorsal consonants.
3
The top of the foot or the back of the hand.
4
A ridge on a hill, or on the surface of a planet or moon.
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Etymology
Learned borrowing from Latin dorsum (“the back”).
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of dorsum?
"dorsum" (noun) means the back or dorsal region on the surface of an animal.
What are the different meanings of dorsum?
"dorsum" has 3 main meanings: 1. The back or dorsal region on the surface of an animal; 2. The back of the tongue, used for articulating dorsal consonants; 3. The top of the foot or the back of the hand.