sagittal
/ˈsædʒɪtəl/
adjective
- Relating to or situated in the plane that divides the body into left and right halves.
- In anatomy class, we studied the sagittal section of the brain.
- The doctor examined the sagittal view of the MRI scan.
- The sagittal suture runs along the top of the skull.
- Relating to or resembling an arrow or arrowhead.
- Ancient archers used sagittal arrowheads for hunting.
- The sagittal shape of the leaf helped the botanist identify the plant.
- The design featured a sagittal pattern pointing forward.
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