precaval

/ˈprɛkævəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Located in front of the cava (a depression in the skull)

“The precaval structure was observed in the human skull model.”

2. noun

A structure or feature in front of the cava

“The precaval prominence was identified in the X-ray image.”

Synonyms

  • cervical
  • precarinal

Antonyms

  • postcaval
  • posterior