Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dorsa
Noun
/ˈdɔːrsə/
Definition
The plural form of ‘dorsum’, which refers to the back or upper side of an organism, structure, or body part.
Examples
- The dorsa of the fish are covered in scales that protect it from predators.
- On the dorsa of the leaf, you can observe the veins that transport nutrients.
Meaning
In anatomy and biology, ‘dorsa’ is used to describe the backs of animals or the upper side of certain structures.
Synonyms
- Back
- Upper surface
- Surface
