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dorsum

Syllabification: (dor·sum)
Pronunciation: /ˈdôrsəm/
Definition of dorsum

noun (plural dorsa)

Anatomy & Zoology
  • the dorsal part of an organism or structure.

Origin:

late 18th century (denoting a long hill or ridge): from Latin, 'back'

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