1. A anatomical projection or outgrowth located on the ventral (belly or undersurface) side of a structure, commonly found in vertebrate anatomy
The ventral process of the vertebra extends downward from the body of the bone.
O processo ventral da vértebra se estende para baixo a partir do corpo do osso.
2. In zoology, a protruding anatomical feature on the ventral surface of an organism, particularly in arthropods and other invertebrates
The crustacean's ventral process aids in locomotion and stability.
O processo ventral do crustáceo auxilia na locomoção e estabilidade.