antevert

/æntɪvərt/

Definitions

1. verb

to turn or incline forward, especially with the head or front part of the body

“The animal anteverted its snout to sniff the air.”

2. noun

the act of turning or inclining forward, especially with the head or front part of the body

“The antevert of the horse made it difficult to ride.”

Synonyms

  • incline
  • turn

Antonyms

  • retract
  • turn back