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dorsal ridge

[/ˈdɔːrsəl rɪdʒ/]
nounpl: dorsal ridges
crista dorsal
1. An elevated anatomical structure or ridge located on the dorsal (back) surface of an organism, commonly found in fish, reptiles, and other vertebrates
The shark's dorsal ridge runs along the top of its body.
A crista dorsal do tubarão estende-se ao longo do topo de seu corpo.
2. In anatomy, a longitudinal prominence or ridge on the posterior aspect of a body part or organ
The dorsal ridge of the nose is a prominent anatomical feature.
A crista dorsal do nariz é uma característica anatômica proeminente.
Synonyms
dorsal findorsal crestback ridgespinal ridge
Antonyms
ventral ridgeabdominal ridge

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
crista dorsal
Standard medical and zoological terminology
Portugal
crista dorsal
Identical usage to Brazilian Portuguese in technical contexts
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