rostral
/ˈrɑstrəl/
adjective
- Relating to or situated near the front or nose end of the body or an organ.
- In fish, the rostral area often contains the mouth and nostrils.
- The surgeon made an incision in the rostral region of the skull.
- The rostral part of the brain controls many sensory functions.
- Shaped like a beak or having a beak-like projection.
- The ancient sculpture featured a rostral design on its prow.
- Some insects have a rostral structure used for piercing plants.
- The rostral bone of the dinosaur was long and pointed like a beak.
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