Definition

In a manner that is directed away from the mouth or oral side of an organism.

Example

The organism's tentacles extended aborally, reaching for food.

Conversation

Did you know that some sea creatures feed aborally?

Really? I had no idea how that worked.

Yeah, they take in food away from their mouth, which is pretty unique.

That’s fascinating! Nature has so many interesting adaptations.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Aborally is formed from "ab-" (meaning away from) and "oralis" (from Latin "os, oris" meaning mouth). The term refers to a direction or position that is away from the mouth.

Memory Tip

Think of 'away from' ('ab-') the 'mouth' ('oralis') to remember that 'aborally' means in a direction away from the mouth.

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