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anterior surface

[/ænˈtɪriər ˈsɜrfɪs/]
nounpl: anterior surfaces
superfície anterior
1. The front or forward-facing surface of a structure, organ, or anatomical part
The anterior surface of the tibia is easily palpable below the skin.
A superfície anterior da tíbia é facilmente palpável abaixo da pele.
2. In anatomy, the ventral or forward-facing aspect of the body or body part
The anterior surface of the heart includes the right and left ventricles.
A superfície anterior do coração inclui os ventrículos direito e esquerdo.
Synonyms
ventral surfacefront surfacefacial surface
Antonyms
posterior surfacedorsal surfaceback surface

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
superfície anterior
Most common usage in medical and anatomical contexts
Portugal
superfície anterior
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese in medical terminology
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