Directional Terminology

Front

What does 'superior' mean in anatomical terminology?

Back

Describes a position above or higher than another part of the body.

Front

What does 'inferior' mean in anatomical terminology?

Back

Describes a position below or lower than another part of the body.

Front

What does 'anterior' mean in anatomical terminology?

Back

Describes a position toward the front of the body.

Front

What does 'posterior' mean in anatomical terminology?

Back

Describes a position toward the back of the body.

Front

What does 'medial' mean in anatomical terminology?

Back

Describes a position closer to the midline of the body.

Front

What does 'lateral' mean in anatomical terminology?

Back

Describes a position farther from the midline of the body.

Front

What does 'superficial' mean in anatomical terminology?

Back

Describes a position closer to the surface of the body.

Front

What does 'deep' mean in anatomical terminology?

Back

Describes a position farther from the surface of the body.

Front

What is the anatomical position?

Back

Erect position of the body with the face directed forward, arms at the side, and palms facing forward.

Front

What does 'distal' mean in anatomical terminology?

Back

Describes a position farther from the point of attachment or origin.