Dorsum — synonyms, definition

1. dorsum (Noun)

back backbone chine spine vertebrae

dorsum (Noun) — The posterior part of a human (or animal) body from the neck to the end of the spine. ex. "his dorsum was nicely tanned"

dorsum (Noun) — The back of the body of a vertebrate or any analogous surface (as the upper or outer surface of an organ or appendage or part). ex. "the dorsum of the foot"

body part dorsal vertebra lat latissimus dorsi lumbar vertebra saddle small thoracic vertebra body torso trunk