postaxial
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post·ax·i·al

adjective \ˌpōst-ˈak-sē-əl\

Definition of POSTAXIAL

: of or relating to the ulnar side of the vertebrate forelimb or the fibular side of the hind limb; also : of or relating to the side of an animal or side of one of its limbs that is posterior to the axis of its body or limbs

First Known Use of POSTAXIAL

1872

post·ax·i·al

adjective \-ˈak-sē-əl\   (Medical Dictionary)

Medical Definition of POSTAXIAL

: of or relating to the ulnar side of the vertebrate forelimb or the fibular side of the hind limb; also : of or relating to the side of an animal or side of one of its limbs that is posterior to the axis of its body or limbs

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