Definition

In the direction of the back or the upper side of an animal or organism.

Example

The fish swam dorsad, moving towards the surface of the water.

Conversation

Did you see how the cat was lying on the couch?

Yeah, it was facing dorsad towards the wall.

Cats really know how to find the coziest spots, don't they?

Absolutely! They always seem to prefer their backs to us.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dorsad → It is formed from "dorsum" (meaning back) and the suffix "-ad" (indicating direction). The word "dorsad" means in the direction of the back or towards the back.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dorsum' meaning back, and remember that 'dorsad' refers to something moving towards the back.

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