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British pronunciation/æntˈi‍əɹɪɐ/
American pronunciation/ænˈtɪɹiɝ/

Definition & Meaning of "anterior"

anterior
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belonging to the front part of the body

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Soldiers wore helmets to protect the anterior skull from projectiles.
The patient presented with swelling over the anterior surface of the ankle.
During the physical exam, the doctor inspected both the anterior and posterior surfaces of the patient 's throat.
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referring to things that happened first or earlier compared to something else

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Testimony was given in court regarding anterior threats made before the alleged crime took place.
The antique dealer authenticated the vase based on comparing its design elements to anterior artistic styles from that period.
Historians referred to the anterior war as the conflict that preceded and led up to the current one under examination.
Anterior
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a tooth situated at the front of the mouth

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Soldiers wore helmets to protect the anterior skull from projectiles.
The patient presented with swelling over the anterior surface of the ankle.
During the physical exam, the doctor inspected both the anterior and posterior surfaces of the patient's throat.
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