Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anatomy
noun
/əˈnætəmi/
Definition
The branch of science concerned with the bodily structure of humans, animals, and other living organisms.
Examples
- Anatomy is crucial for understanding how the body functions.
- In medicine, learning human anatomy is essential for diagnosis and treatment.
- She studied animal anatomy to improve her veterinary skills.
Meaning
Anatomy explores the physical structure and organization of living things and how their parts relate to each other.
Synonyms
- structure
- morphology
- physique
- composition
