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anterior

UK
/ænˈtɪəriə/
US
/ænˈtɪr.i.ər/

Translations

anterioradjective
more anterior
Comp.
most anterior
Super.
UK
/ænˈtɪəriə/
US
/ænˈtɪr.i.ər/
The anterior part of the brain is responsible for decision making.
Передняя часть мозга отвечает за принятие решений.
Synonyms
previous
forward
preceding
prior
front
fore
Antonyms
posterior
anteriornoun
anteriors
pl
UK
/ænˈtɪəriə/
US
/ænˈtɪriɚ/
Technical/medical usage referring to the front part of something

Definitions

anterioradjective
Situated before or at the front of something; in front.
The anterior part of the brain is responsible for decision-making and problem-solving.
Coming before in time; earlier.
The anterior events of the story set the stage for the dramatic climax.
anteriornoun
A front tooth—especially an incisor or canine; collectively, the group of front teeth of either jaw (usually used in the plural anteriors).
The orthodontist concentrated on the anteriors to improve the patient’s smile.
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