Definition

Related to the structure and organization of living things, especially in terms of their physical parts and systems.

Example

The anatomical study of the human body helps doctors understand how different organs work together.

Conversation

Have you seen the anatomical models in the biology lab?

Yeah, they're really detailed and fascinating!

I never knew studying anatomy could be so interesting.

It really is, especially when you get to see the anatomical structures up close.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Anatomical → It is formed from "ana-" (meaning up or throughout) and "tomos" (meaning to cut). The word "anatomical" refers to the study of the structure of organisms by cutting or dissecting them to understand their parts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cutting throughout' ('ana-' means up or throughout, and 'tomos' means to cut) to remember that 'anatomical' relates to the structure of living things.

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