Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anteroposterior
adjective
/ˌæntɚoʊpəˈstoʊriər/
Definition
Referring to the front-to-back direction; specifically, a line or relationship that extends from the anterior (front) to the posterior (back) of a body or structure.
Examples
- The doctor performed an anteroposterior X-ray to assess the alignment of the spine.
- In anatomy classes, students learned about anteroposterior measurements during body assessments.
- The anteroposterior axis is crucial in understanding the movements of the human body.
Meaning
Anteroposterior is often used in anatomical and medical contexts to describe the position or movement of structures within the body.
Synonyms
- front-back
- anterior-posterior
- longitudinal
