dorsum Meaning & Definition
/ˈdɔː.səm/
What Does Dorsum Mean?
Dorsum is used as a noun meaning The back or dorsal region on the surface of an animal. It is also used to mean The back of the tongue, used for articulating dorsal consonants.
Dorsum at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈdɔː.səm/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Synonyms | back |
| Plural | dorsa |
Dorsum Definition (Noun)
- The back or dorsal region on the surface of an animal.
- The back of the tongue, used for articulating dorsal consonants.
- The top of the foot or the back of the hand.
- A ridge on a hill, or on the surface of a planet or moon.
- Theta Capricorni, a star on the back of the Goat.
Noun
- (astrogeology) A ridge on a hill, or on the surface of a planet or moon.
Synonyms of Dorsum
Dorsum synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
dorsum (plural dorsa)
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Origin of Dorsum
Learned borrowing from Latin dorsum (“the back”).
How Do You Say Dorsum?
You say dorsum as /ˈdɔː.səm/. It has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (dɔː).
Frequently Asked Questions About Dorsum
What part of speech is dorsum?
Dorsum is a noun.
What is another word for dorsum?
Close synonyms of dorsum are back. See the full list of dorsum synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of dorsum?
The plural of dorsum is dorsa.