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ANTERIOR

(adj., noun, adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Anterior.

How to pronounce anterior:

US

Anterior - as an adjective

Of or near the head end or toward the front plane of a body

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
posterior

Anterior - as a noun

A tooth situated at the front of the mouth

Example: "His malocclusion was caused by malposed anteriors"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
front tooth
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
tooth
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Anterior - as an adjective satellite

Earlier in time

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
prior

Example Sentences

"The anterior part of the brain is responsible for higher cognitive functions."
"The anterior chamber of the eye contains aqueous humor."
"The patient complains of pain in the anterior chest wall."
"The anterior teeth are used for biting and chewing."
"The surgeon made an incision in the anterior abdominal wall."
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Word Game Points

Is ANTERIOR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, anterior is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ANTERIOR has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is ANTERIOR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, anterior is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ANTERIOR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is ANTERIOR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, anterior is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ANTERIOR has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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