adverb
- toward or on the belly side or underside of an animal or body part
Usage: anatomical; biological
Examples
- The fish’s fins are located ventrally along its body.
- The surgeon approached the organ ventrally to avoid damaging the spine.
- In mammals, the heart is positioned ventrally relative to the vertebral column.
- The snake’s scales are arranged differently ventrally than on its back.
- The anatomist examined the specimen both dorsally and ventrally.
- The bird’s distinctive markings appear ventrally on its chest and belly.