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ventral

Ventral (adj) means Related to the abdomen or stomach.

adj
1
Related to the abdomen or stomach.
2
On the front side of the human body, or the corresponding surface of an animal, usually the lower surface.
3
On or relating to the sole of the foot or the palmar surface of the hand.
4
On the lower side of the brain.
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Etymology

From French ventral, from Latin ventrālis, from venter (“belly, abdomen”); by surface analysis, ventr- + -al.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of ventral?

"ventral" (adj) means related to the abdomen or stomach.

What are the different meanings of ventral?

"ventral" has 3 main meanings: 1. Related to the abdomen or stomach; 2. On the front side of the human body, or the corresponding surface of an animal, usually the lower surface; 3. On or relating to the sole of the foot or the palmar surface of the hand.

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