1. the belly or abdomen of a vertebrate animal
Usage: anatomical
2. the underside or lower surface of something
Usage: technical

Examples

• The snake’s venter was pale yellow with dark spots.
• The bird’s venter showed distinctive markings for identification.
• Researchers examined the venter of the specimen for parasites.
• The fish’s venter was silver while its back was dark blue.
• The venter of the leaf was covered in fine hairs.
• Anatomists study both the dorsal and venter surfaces of organs.