anatomical
adjective
an·a·tom·i·cal
ˌa-nə-ˈtä-mi-kəl 
variants
or less commonly anatomic
: of or relating to anatomy or the body structure of organisms
anatomical studies/structures/mechanisms
The mollusks are divided according to common anatomical traits into seven classes …—
Carol M. Lalli and Ronald W. Gilmer
Carol M. Lalli and Ronald W. GilmerMayberg has been mapping anatomical areas of the brain that are either hyperactive or inactive in depressed men and women.—Siddhartha Mukherjee
Siddhartha MukherjeeDiabetes mellitus is characterized by a broad array of physiologic and anatomic abnormalities, but its most notable feature is disturbed glucose metabolism, which results in inappropriate hyperglycemia.—George F. Cahill, Jr. et al.
George F. Cahill, Jr. et al.
anatomically
adverb
… in Africa and possibly in the Middle East, anatomically modern humans were evolving.
—Rick Gore
Rick Gore
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The stretch laces provide the most secure fit, and inside, the sneaker has an insole with anatomical cushioning for the most comfort and support possible.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Oct. 2025
Plus, they’re made with anatomical cushioning that helps relieve pain from plantar fasciitis while supporting your arches.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
The technique consisted of inserting fine needles into the skin at specific anatomical grid points, according to the NIH.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 4 Oct. 2025
Featuring anatomical seaming, sculptural denim and fluid satin, the collection draws inspiration from such icons as Grace Jones, Tina Turner, Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, Sofia Coppola, Zoë Kravitz and Paltrow, alongside the downtown style energy of the’90s.
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Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Oct. 2025
Plus, they’re made with anatomical cushioning that helps relieve pain from plantar fasciitis while supporting your arches.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
The technique consisted of inserting fine needles into the skin at specific anatomical grid points, according to the NIH.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 4 Oct. 2025
Featuring anatomical seaming, sculptural denim and fluid satin, the collection draws inspiration from such icons as Grace Jones, Tina Turner, Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, Sofia Coppola, Zoë Kravitz and Paltrow, alongside the downtown style energy of the’90s.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2025
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“Anatomical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anatomical. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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