Ch.3 Combining Forms For Directional Terms Flashcards
1
Q
anter(o)
Anterior
A
nearer to or toward the front
2
Q
poster(o)
posterior
A
Nearer to or toward the back
3
Q
ventr(o)
Ventral
A
Belly side
4
Q
dors(o)
Dorsal
A
Directed toward or situated on the back side
5
Q
medi(o)
Medial, median
A
Middle or near the middle
6
Q
later(o)
Lateral
A
Farther from the midline of the body or from a structure
7
Q
super(o)
Superior
A
Uppermost or above
8
Q
infer(o)
Inferior
A
Lowermost or below
9
Q
Proxim(o)
Proximal
A
Nearer the origin or point of attachment
10
Q
dist(o), tell(e)
Distal
A
Far or distant from the origin or point of attachment
11
Q
Caud(o)
Cauded or caudal
A
In an inferior position; tail or toward the tail
12
Q
Cephal(o)
Cephalad
A
Toward the head
