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anterior section

[ən-ˈtir-ē-ər ˈsek-shən]
nounpl: anterior sections
seção anterior
1. The front or forward part of a structure, object, or anatomical body part
The anterior section of the building houses the main offices.
A seção anterior do edifício abriga os escritórios principais.
2. In anatomy, the front part of an organ or body structure
The anterior section of the eye includes the cornea and lens.
A seção anterior do olho inclui a córnea e o cristalino.
3. The part that comes before in sequence or position
Refer to the anterior section of the document for background information.
Consulte a seção anterior do documento para informações de contexto.
Synonyms
front sectionforward partfront partproximal section
Antonyms
posterior sectionrear sectionback sectiondistal section

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
seção anterior
Standard usage in medical and technical contexts
São Paulo
seção anterior
Common in scientific and anatomical terminology
Portugal
secção anterior
Uses traditional Portuguese spelling with 'c'

Related Idioms & Phrases

the anterior section of the journey
in the anterior section of the structure
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