noun
nates
Nates (noun) means the two anterior of the four lobes on the dorsal side of the midbrain of most mammals; the anterior optic lobes.
noun
1
The two anterior of the four lobes on the dorsal side of the midbrain of most mammals; the anterior optic lobes.
2
The buttocks.
3
The umbones of a bivalve shell.
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Etymology
From Latin natēs, plural of natis.
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What is the meaning of nates?
"nates" (noun) means the two anterior of the four lobes on the dorsal side of the midbrain of most mammals; the anterior optic lobes.
What are the different meanings of nates?
"nates" has 3 main meanings: 1. The two anterior of the four lobes on the dorsal side of the midbrain of most mammals; the anterior optic lobes; 2. The buttocks; 3. The umbones of a bivalve shell.