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superior

Pronunciation: sū-pēr′ē-ŏr
  1. In human anatomy, situated nearer the vertex of the head in relation to a specific reference point; opposite of inferior.
  2. Situated above or directed upward.

Synonym(s): cranial2

[L. comparative of superus, above]




 

 

 

 

 

 



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