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ventral process

[/ˈvɛntrəl ˈprɑːsɛs/]
nounpl: ventral processes
processo ventral
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.
Synonyms
ventral projectionventral appendageventral protrusion
Antonyms
dorsal process

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
processo ventral
Standard anatomical terminology used in medical and biological texts
Portugal
processo ventral
Same terminology used in Portuguese medical and anatomical contexts
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