Anatomical & Core Terminology
Standardized nomenclature used in international anatomical, biological, and clinical contexts (Nomina Anatomica).
Directional Terms & Anatomical Planes
| Latin Term | English Meaning | Clinical Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Anterior, -ius | Anterior | Nearer to or at the front of the body |
| Posterior, -ius | Posterior | Nearer to or at the back of the body |
| Superior, -ius | Superior | Toward the head or upper part of a structure |
| Inferior, -ius | Inferior | Away from the head or toward the lower part |
| Medialis, -e | Medial | Nearer to the midline of the body |
Primary Organs and Structures
| Dictionary Form | Gender | English Translation |
|---|---|---|
| Cranium, -i | Neuter | Skull |
| Cor, cordis | Neuter | Heart |
| Os, ossis | Neuter | Bone |
| Sanguis, -inis | Masculine | Blood |
| Musculus, -i | Masculine | Muscle |