ambilateral

/æmbɪˈleɪtərəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

occurring or done on both sides of something, such as a body or an organ.

“The ambilateral surgery involved cutting on both sides of the spinal cord to relieve pressure.”

2. noun

a person or thing that is ambilateral.

“The ambilateral patient was given medication to reduce swelling on both sides of the body.”

Synonyms

  • bilateral
  • dichotomous

Antonyms

  • monosided
  • unilateral