Ventral

Definition

In anatomy, the term 'ventral' refers to the front or anterior part of the body. It is often used to describe structures that are more towards the front of the human body.

Related terms

Dorsal: Pertains to the back or posterior part of an organism's body.

Anterior:

Describes something situated towards the front of the body, synonymous with ventral in humans.

Posterior:

Refers to something being at or near the back part of an organism or body