dorsal

🇬🇧 UK/'dɒ:sәl/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

adj.

Relating to or located on the back or upper surface of an animal or organ.

背部的,背侧的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
dorsalother
=dorsal

Common Collocations

  • 1.domestic violence家庭暴力
  • 2.domestic policy国内政策
  • 3.domestic market国内市场

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The domestic violence support center provided counseling and emergency shelter for survivors.

  • 2.

    The dorsal fin of the shark helps it maintain balance while swimming through ocean currents.

  • 3.

    Many domestic workers face exploitation and inadequate legal protections in their employment.

  • 4.

    Marine biologists studied the dorsal surface of the sea turtle's shell with great interest.

  • 5.

    Domestic airlines operate shorter routes while international carriers handle cross-border flights.

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