Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
retroversion
Noun
/ˌrɛtrəˈvɜːrʒən/
Definition
The act of turning or facing backward.
Examples
- The retroversion of the uterus can sometimes lead to discomfort during menstruation.
- During the examination, the doctor noted a retroversion of the patient’s hip joint.
- Her retroversion policy in designing the product emphasized looking back at classic styles.
Meaning
In a medical context, it often refers to the backward tilt or position of an organ or body part.
Synonyms
- backward inclination
- retrograde
- reversal
