Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rostrally
Adverb
/ˈrɒstrəlli/
Definition
In a direction toward the rostrum or the front part of an organism, especially in anatomical terms.
Examples
- The insect’s antennae project rostrally, enabling better sensory perception.
- Rostrally oriented structures can often be found in the frontal lobe of the brain.
- The experiment required the researchers to make rostrally directed measurements.
Meaning
Rostrally is an adverb used primarily in anatomy and biology to describe movement or orientation towards the rostral (front) end of an organism.
Synonyms
- Anteriorly
- Frontal
- Forward
