Anatomy Vocabulary

noun A blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart to the rest of the body

• The coronary artery supplies blood to the heart muscle.
• I heard that he had a blockage in his artery and had to undergo surgery.
• I can't believe he's still smoking, he's just asking for clogged arteries.
• Music is the artery of life, pumping energy and emotion into our souls.

noun a postmortem examination to discover the cause of death or the extent of disease

• The forensic pathologist conducted an autopsy to determine the cause of death.
• The doctors had to do an autopsy to find out what happened.
• They had to cut open the body for the autopsy.
• The team performed an autopsy on the project to analyze its failure.

verb to uncover or expose

adjective without any clothes or not covered by anything

• The hiker's feet were sore from walking on the bare rocks.
• She was so embarrassed when she showed up to the party in a bare outfit.
• I can't believe you went out in public with your hair looking so bare.
• His emotions were laid bare for all to see during the heartfelt speech.

verb the act of uncovering or exposing something, often used in the context of revealing something that was previously hidden or covered

• The artist painted a beautiful portrait of a woman baring her soul.
• She was baring her teeth in frustration during the argument.
• He was baring his chest to show off his new tattoo.
• The investigation was baring new evidence that could change everything.

noun a bitter greenish-brown alkaline fluid that aids digestion and is secreted by the liver and stored in the gallbladder

• The liver produces bile to aid in the digestion of fats.
• I heard that eating greasy food can cause bile to build up in your stomach.
• I can't believe she had the bile to say that to my face!
• His words were filled with bile, showing his deep-seated resentment towards her.

noun a humorous term referring to being naked or not wearing any clothes

• The guest arrived at the formal event wearing nothing but his birthday suit.
• I can't believe you jumped into the pool in your birthday suit!
• Let's hit the beach and soak up the sun in our birthday suits.
• He felt completely exposed, as if he was standing in front of a crowd in his birthday suit.

noun Cilia are small, hair-like structures found on the surface of cells in the human body. They are involved in various functions such as movement and sensing the environment.

• The cilia lining the respiratory tract help to sweep mucus and debris out of the lungs.
• I heard that smoking can damage the cilia in your lungs.
• I can't believe how long her cilia are, they look like spider legs!
• The cilia of society are constantly working to filter out negativity and promote positivity.

adjective relating to or resembling horn; horny

• The corneous material found on the turtle's shell is incredibly strong.
• I love the corneous feel of this new phone case.
• Check out the corneous spikes on that lizard!
• Her corneous exterior hid a soft heart underneath.

noun a blood vessel that carries blood to the heart muscle

adjective relating to the arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle

• The patient was diagnosed with coronary artery disease after experiencing chest pain.
• My grandpa had to get a stent put in for his coronary issues.
• I heard that smoking can really mess up your coronary health.
• The company's financial troubles were like a coronary artery blockage, slowly choking off their profits.

adjective describing a person who is fat or overweight

• The corpulent businessman struggled to fit into the small airplane seat.
• That corpulent guy at the party ate all the snacks.
• I can't believe how corpulent that cat is, it must be eating too much.
• Her corpulent ego filled the room, leaving no space for anyone else.

noun a pair of bones, usually depicted as a skull and crossbones, used as a symbol of danger or death

• The flag with the crossbones symbolizes danger and warning.
• I saw a tattoo of crossbones on his arm.
• I wouldn't mess with that guy, he's got crossbones on his jacket.
• The crossbones of betrayal were evident in her actions.

adjective relating to or affecting the skin

• The cutaneous nerves are responsible for transmitting sensations from the skin to the brain.
• I have a cutaneous rash on my arm from an allergic reaction.
• Her cutaneous piercing is really cool.
• The artist used cutaneous imagery in her paintings to evoke a sense of touch.

noun a decree or command

adjective relating to or characterized by decree or command

• The decretory system is responsible for regulating the balance of fluids and electrolytes in the body.
• I think my decretory system is not functioning properly, I always feel dehydrated.
• I need to drink more water to keep my decretory system in check.
• Her decretory decisions as the team leader were always fair and well-thought-out.

verb to discharge waste matter from the body

• Humans excrete waste products through their urinary and digestive systems.
• I need to excrete after drinking so much water.
• I can't hold it anymore, I need to go excrete.
• The artist excretes creativity with every stroke of the brush.

adjective relating to or concerned with the elimination of waste products from the body

• The excretory system is responsible for removing waste products from the body.
• I heard that the excretory system helps us get rid of stuff we don't need.
• My excretory system is working overtime after that big meal.
• His excretory habits are like clockwork, always on schedule.

noun something that is outside or exterior

adjective relating to or situated on the outside

• The company decided to hire an external consultant to conduct a thorough review of their financial statements.
• I heard they brought in an external expert to help with the project.
• They got some outside help from a consultant.
• She built an external wall around her emotions to protect herself from getting hurt.

verb to strip off the skin or outer covering of something, especially as a form of punishment or torture

• The criminal was sentenced to be flayed as punishment for his heinous crimes.
• I can't believe she flayed her ex-boyfriend on social media like that.
• He got absolutely flayed in the basketball game last night.
• Her harsh words seemed to flay his self-esteem.

adjective relating to or affecting glands, characterized by the presence of glands

• The patient was diagnosed with a glandular disorder affecting their thyroid.
• I heard that glandular issues can really impact your energy levels.
• My friend thinks he has some kind of glandular thing going on, but he's too stubborn to see a doctor.
• The company's marketing strategy had a glandular effect on their sales, boosting them significantly.

adjective relating to the tongue

• The glossal muscles are responsible for moving the tongue during speech.
• I can feel my glossal muscles getting tired from talking so much.
• I need to work on my glossal strength for better pronunciation.
• Her sharp wit was like a glossal sword in conversation.

noun a total amount before deductions

verb to earn a total amount before deductions

adjective unpleasant, disgusting, or offensive

• The company reported a gross profit of $1 million last quarter.
• I can't believe how gross that movie was, I almost walked out.
• Ew, that sandwich looks so gross, I'm not eating that.
• His behavior towards his colleagues was just gross, he needs to work on his people skills.

noun the part of a shoe or stocking that covers the back part of the foot

verb to tilt or cause to tilt to one side

adjective of or relating to the heel

adverb close behind

• She wore elegant high heels to the formal event.
• I always prefer flats over heels for everyday wear.
• Those new kicks have some killer heels on them.
• She dug her heels in and refused to change her mind.

noun A projecting ridge on the edge of a roof

adjective Fashionable or trendy

• The hip is a ball-and-socket joint that connects the thigh bone to the pelvis.
• She injured her hip while dancing last night.
• That new song is really hip, you should check it out.
• He's always ahead of the curve, he's really got his finger on the hip of the latest trends.

noun the branch of biology that deals with the study of the microscopic structure of tissues

• Histology is the study of the microscopic structure of tissues.
• I have a histology lab practical tomorrow, it's going to be tough.
• Histology class is such a snooze fest.
• Examining the histology of the situation, we can see the underlying issues at play.

noun a long, tube-like structure in the body that helps digest food and absorb nutrients

• The small intestine is responsible for absorbing nutrients from digested food.
• I think I have a stomach ache because something's wrong with my intestine.
• I feel like my intestines are tied up in knots from all the stress.
• His decision to betray his friends twisted my intestine with guilt.

noun the SI unit of luminous flux, equal to the amount of light emitted per second in a unit solid angle of one steradian from a uniform source of one candela

• The lumen is the SI unit of luminous flux, measuring the total quantity of visible light emitted by a source.
• Make sure to choose a light bulb with high lumens for better brightness in your room.
• I can't see anything in this room, we need more lumens up in here!
• Her smile lit up the room, filling it with a lumen of joy.

noun the death of most or all of the cells in an organ or tissue due to disease, injury, or failure of the blood supply

• Necrosis is the death of cells or tissues due to disease or injury.
• If you don't treat that wound properly, necrosis can occur.
• Dude, you better watch out for necrosis if you keep ignoring that infection.
• The neglect of the project led to the necrosis of the team's morale.

noun tension or unease

• The surgeon's steady hands calmed the patient's nerves before the operation.
• I always get nerves before a big presentation at work.
• My nerves were shot after that scary movie.
• His nerves of steel helped him remain calm during the crisis.

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• The architect designed the building with outward-facing windows to maximize natural light.
• She always wears her hair in an outward ponytail for a casual look.
• I love how that outfit makes your curves pop outward!
• His outward confidence masked his inner insecurities.

noun a palatal consonant, which is produced by raising the back of the tongue against the hard palate

adjective relating to the palate, or the roof of the mouth

• The palatal consonants are produced by raising the middle of the tongue towards the hard palate.
• She couldn't pronounce the palatal sounds correctly in the new language she was learning.
• I have a palatal lisp that makes me sound like I have a stuffy nose.
• The palatal tones of the piano filled the room with a sense of tranquility.

noun a square or rectangular area

verb to make square or rectangular

adjective square or rectangular in shape

• The biologist studied the quadrate bone in the skull of the animal.
• I heard that the quadrate bone is important for jaw movement.
• Check out the quadrate on that dude, it's massive!
• Her ability to multitask is like a quadrate puzzle, fitting everything together perfectly.

noun the buttocks or backside of a person

• The driver failed to maintain a safe distance and rear ended the car in front of them.
• I accidentally rear ended the car in front of me because I was too close.
• I can't believe I rear ended that car, I was so distracted.
• His careless actions could rear end his career if he's not careful.

noun a process by which substances are produced and discharged from a cell, gland, or organ

• The process of hormone secretion is controlled by various glands in the endocrine system.
• Did you know that excessive stress can affect the secretion of certain chemicals in your body?
• I heard that some plants have a cool way of attracting insects through their sticky secretion.
• Her laughter was like the sweet secretion of joy that spread happiness all around.

noun a partition or dividing wall within a structure or organ, such as the nasal septum

• The septum is a thin wall that separates the two nostrils in the nose.
• I heard that getting your septum pierced can be quite painful.
• She got a septum ring to show off her edgy style.
• The strict rules acted as a septum between the two conflicting groups.

noun a fluid that is clear and watery, like serum

adjective describes a fluid containing serum or resembling serum

• The serous fluid found in the body helps to lubricate and protect organs.
• I heard that serous fluid is important for keeping our organs healthy.
• Serous stuff is like the body's own natural lubricant.
• Her serous attitude towards work showed her dedication and professionalism.

noun a left-handed person

adjective relating to or situated on the left side; left-handed

• The sinistral side of the building faced the setting sun.
• She always walks with her sinistral hand in her pocket.
• I can't believe he's so sinistral, he can't even tie his own shoes!
• His sinistral approach to problem-solving often leads to unorthodox solutions.

adjective relating to or resembling sperm; of or relating to the spermatic cord or semen

• The doctor explained the process of spermatic development in detail.
• I heard that the spermatic fluid is essential for reproduction.
• Dude, don't be gross, stop talking about spermatic stuff.
• The artist's creativity was like a spermatic flow, constantly generating new ideas.

noun a small opening on the surface of an organism, especially in an insect or aquatic animal, through which air is taken in or expelled

• The spiracle is a small opening on the surface of an insect's body used for breathing.
• I learned that insects breathe through tiny holes called spiracles.
• Check out the spiracle on that bug, it's so small!
• Her eyes were like spiracles, always watching and observing everything around her.

adjective relating to or situated under the skin

• The medication is administered through a subcutaneous injection.
• The doctor gave me a shot in the subcutaneous layer.
• I hate getting pricked in the subcutaneous area.
• The subcutaneous nature of their relationship was evident in their subtle gestures.

noun a hard, bonelike structure in the jaw of most vertebrates, typically attached to the jaw or rooted in sockets and typically composed of a core of soft pulp surrounded by a layer of hard dentin that is coated with cementum or enamel at the crown and used f

• The dentist recommended a root canal to save the infected tooth.
• I have a toothache and need to see a dentist soon.
• I chipped my tooth on a popcorn kernel, it's so annoying!
• She has a sweet tooth for chocolate and can't resist it.

noun a small rounded projection or swelling, especially on a bone or on the surface of an organ

• The doctor noticed a small tubercle on the patient's lung x-ray.
• I heard that they found a little tubercle on his lung.
• Did you see that weird bump? That's a tubercle.
• The tubercle of corruption within the organization was finally exposed.

noun an enclosed entrance or passage between the front door and the interior of a building

• The guests were greeted in the vestibule before entering the main hall.
• Let's wait in the vestibule until everyone arrives.
• I heard there's a secret passage in the vestibule that leads to the basement.
• His mind felt like a cluttered vestibule, filled with thoughts waiting to be sorted out.

noun the internal organs in the main cavities of the body, especially those in the abdomen, e.g., the intestines

• The surgeon carefully examined the patient's viscera during the operation.
• The doctor checked out the guy's guts during the surgery.
• The doc took a peek at the dude's insides during the procedure.
• She felt like her emotions were being torn apart, exposing her raw viscera.

adjective relating to the larynx, or voice box, in the throat

• The patient was diagnosed with laryngeal cancer and will undergo treatment immediately.
• I heard that laryngeal issues can really affect your voice.
• I can't believe how bad my laryngeal sore throat is right now.
• His laryngeal protests against the decision were heard loud and clear.

noun a long, slender projection of a nerve cell that conducts electrical impulses away from the cell body

• The axon is a long, slender projection of a nerve cell that conducts electrical impulses away from the cell body.
• The axon is like the long tail of a nerve cell that sends messages to other cells.
• That nerve cell's axon is like its own personal hotline to other cells.
• Think of the axon as the messenger of the nerve cell, delivering important signals throughout the body.

noun a slang term for heroin, a highly addictive drug derived from opium

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• The herniated disc was causing severe pain in his lower back.
• I heard that she had to get surgery for a herniated disc.
• My friend said his back went out because of a herniated disc.
• The company's financial troubles were like a herniated disc, causing immense pressure and pain.

noun a slang term for stomach or belly

• The doctor explained that the pain in her stomach was due to a stummy infection.
• I ate too much pizza and now my stummy hurts.
• I need to lay off the junk food, my stummy is killing me.
• Her stummy was in knots as she waited for the test results.

noun A peripheral nervous system refers to the part of the nervous system that is outside the central nervous system, including the nerves that connect the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body.

• The peripheral nervous system consists of all the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord.
• If you injure a nerve in your arm, it could affect your peripheral nervous system.
• I heard that car accidents can mess up your peripheral nervous system.
• In times of stress, it feels like my peripheral nervous system is on high alert.

noun a person who has the ability to swallow objects whole into their throat

adjective describing something that is situated or extending far down, inward, or back

• The doctor explained the procedure for a deep throat examination to the patient.
• I heard deep throat can be uncomfortable, but it's necessary for a proper diagnosis.
• Have you ever had a deep throat done? It's not fun.
• The politician's deep throat revelations shook the foundations of the government.

verb to unite or join closely, especially by twining together

• The blood vessels in the body inosculate to ensure proper circulation.
• The roots of the trees inosculate underground to share nutrients.
• The wires in the old building inosculate messily, causing frequent electrical issues.
• The ideas inosculate seamlessly, leading to a brilliant solution.

noun the act or process of belching or emitting gas from the stomach through the mouth

• The medical term for burping is eructation.
• I can't stop eructating after that fizzy drink.
• Man, that eructation was loud!
• His eructation of opinions on the matter was overwhelming.

noun a pouch or sac located in the abdomen of certain animals, such as marsupials, for carrying and protecting their young

• Marsupials have an abdominal pouch where they carry and nurse their young.
• Kangaroos have a cool abdominal pouch for their joeys.
• Check out the baby kangaroo chilling in its belly pocket!
• She kept her secrets hidden in an emotional abdominal pouch.

noun a combining form meaning 'abdomen,' used in the formation of compound words

• The abdomino-pelvic cavity contains many vital organs.
• I've been having some discomfort in my abdomino area.
• I need to work on my abdomino muscles for beach season.
• Her laughter caused a ripple in his abdomino region.

noun a term used in biology to describe organisms that do not possess a notochord

adjective describing something that lacks a notochord, which is a flexible rod-like structure found in the embryos of all chordates

• The achordal fish species lack a swim bladder.
• I learned that achordal fish don't have swim bladders.
• Those achordal fish are like the rebels of the sea.
• Her achordal approach to problem-solving sets her apart from the rest.

noun a plural form of the noun 'aciculum', which refers to a small needle-like structure found in certain organisms

• The scientist observed the aciculums under the microscope to study their structure.
• I found some tiny aciculums in the sand while walking on the beach.
• Hey, check out these cool aciculums I found in the forest!
• Her sharp words were like aciculums, piercing through his defenses.

adjective relating to or resembling a berry or group of berries

• The acinaceous texture of the fruit was smooth and pleasing to the touch.
• I love how the acinaceous berries feel in my hand.
• These acinaceous grapes are so juicy!
• The acinaceous quality of her writing made it a joy to read.

adjective relating to or having acromyody, which is the absence of muscles in the distal parts of the limbs

• The acromyodous fish species is known for its lack of pelvic fins.
• I heard that acromyodous fish are really rare to find in this area.
• Those acromyodous fish are pretty weird-looking, huh?
• Her acromyodous personality made it hard for others to connect with her emotionally.

noun a type of radiating structure found in certain organisms, such as radiolaria and actinomycetes

• The actinomere is a specialized structure found in certain bacteria.
• I read about actinomeres in my biology textbook.
• Have you seen the actinomeres under the microscope? They look so cool!
• The actinomere of teamwork is the collaboration and coordination among team members.

adjective having the characteristics of a gland

• The adenous glands are responsible for producing hormones in the body.
• I heard that the adenous glands can affect your metabolism.
• My friend's adenous system is all messed up.
• The adenous network of connections in the brain is complex and fascinating.

noun a waxy substance formed during the decomposition of animal flesh in moist conditions

• The forensic scientist identified the presence of adipocere on the exhumed body.
• The body was so well-preserved that it looked like it was covered in wax.
• That corpse was all adipocere'd up, it was creepy!
• The old memories had turned into adipocere in her mind, preserved and unchanging.

adverb in a direction away from the radial axis or center

• The cells in the organism are arranged adradially around the central axis.
• The petals of the flower are all spread out adradially.
• The branches of the tree grow adradially, giving it a cool, unique shape.
• Her thoughts seemed to scatter adradially, making it hard to focus on one thing at a time.

noun a small gland located on top of the kidney that produces hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol

• The adrenal gland is responsible for producing hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol.
• I heard that stress can really mess with your adrenal glands.
• My adrenaline was pumping so hard, I could feel it in my adrenal gland.
• She has the adrenal gland of a superhero, always ready for action.

noun a connective tissue covering or investing an organ, vessel, or other structure

• The adventitia is the outermost layer of a blood vessel, providing support and protection.
• I learned in biology class that the adventitia is like the 'skin' of a blood vessel.
• I never realized how important the adventitia is, it's like the 'bodyguard' of blood vessels.
• In life, we all need an adventitia - something or someone to protect and support us from the outside world.