anterior
adjective
/anˈtɪə.ɹi.ə/
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/ænˈtɪɹ.i.ɚ/
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- (anatomy) Nearer the forward end, especially in the front of the body; nearer the head or forepart of an animal.
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anterior
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- (formal) Coming before or earlier in time or development, prior to, preceding.
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anticus
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