1. An anatomical projection or prominence located on the dorsal (back) surface of a bone or vertebra
The dorsal process of the vertebra provides attachment points for muscles and ligaments.
O processo dorsal da vértebra fornece pontos de inserção para músculos e ligamentos.
2. In zoology, a ridge or projection on the back or dorsal surface of an organism
The fish displayed prominent dorsal processes along its spine.
O peixe exibia processos dorsais proeminentes ao longo de sua coluna vertebral.