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Meaning & Definition of Dorsal in English

English

Dorsal

/dɔrsəl/

adjective

1. Belonging to or on or near the back or upper surface of an animal or organ or part

  • "The dorsal fin is the vertical fin on the back of a fish and certain marine mammals"
synonym:
  • dorsal

2. Facing away from the axis of an organ or organism

  • "The abaxial surface of a leaf is the underside or side facing away from the stem"
synonym:
  • abaxial,
  • dorsal