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posterior raised area

[pɔˈstɪriər ˈreɪzd ˈɛriə]
nounpl: posterior raised areas
área elevada posterior
1. An anatomical or topographical region located toward the back or rear that is elevated or protuberant
The posterior raised area of the skull contains important anatomical landmarks.
A área elevada posterior do crânio contém marcos anatômicos importantes.
2. In geology or geography, a raised or elevated region situated at the back of a formation
The posterior raised area of the mountain ridge provided excellent views.
A área elevada posterior da crista montanhosa proporcionava vistas excelentes.
Synonyms
posterior prominenceback raised areaposterior elevationdorsal protuberance
Antonyms
anterior depressionventral areaanterior lowered area

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
área elevada posterior
Standard anatomical terminology
Portugal
zona elevada posterior
Alternative phrasing commonly used in European Portuguese medical texts
Medical Portuguese
protuberância posterior
More specialized anatomical term
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