aboral

/əˈbɒrəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or situated on the underside of an organism or object, especially in relation to the main body or axis.

“The aboral end of the shell was home to various forms of marine life.”

2. noun

The aboral side of something, especially an animal or plant.

“The aboral region of the coral reef was teeming with life.”

Synonyms

  • inferior
  • ventral

Antonyms

  • dorsal
  • superior