posteriorly Definition
- 1in a position behind something or someone; towards the back
- 2in anatomy, towards the rear end of the body
Using posteriorly: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "posteriorly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The tumor was located posteriorly in the brain.
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The bird's wings are attached posteriorly to its body.
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The surgeon made an incision posteriorly to access the spine.
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Summary: posteriorly in Brief
The adverb 'posteriorly' [pɒˈstɪə.ri.ə.li] refers to a position behind something or someone, towards the back. It is also used in anatomy to describe a location towards the rear end of the body. Examples include 'The tumor was located posteriorly in the brain.' and 'The bird's wings are attached posteriorly to its body.'
