variants
also anatomic
as in physiological
of or relating to the structure of living bodies or their parts
The scan revealed some anatomical abnormalities in the patient's brain.
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Recent Examples of anatomical
This pair is built with thoughtful details, like a narrower heel, a roomier toe box, and an anatomical insole that cradles your foot.
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Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 5 May 2026
The feather story came through the train, which gave the anatomical dress its biggest gesture from behind.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
The first step toward new rules, Opiela said, is restarting an advisory committee on anatomical donations.
—Dug Begley, Houston Chronicle, 4 May 2026
Fanny was particularly well-received in the United Kingdom, despite—or maybe because of—their name representing a different anatomical part of one’s body overseas.
—Marissa Lorusso, Pitchfork, 3 May 2026
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Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 5 May 2026
The feather story came through the train, which gave the anatomical dress its biggest gesture from behind.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
The first step toward new rules, Opiela said, is restarting an advisory committee on anatomical donations.
—Dug Begley, Houston Chronicle, 4 May 2026
Fanny was particularly well-received in the United Kingdom, despite—or maybe because of—their name representing a different anatomical part of one’s body overseas.
—Marissa Lorusso, Pitchfork, 3 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for anatomical
Adjective
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That structure is what drives the physiological shift the method is known for.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
23 May 2026
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Researchers believe those two elements are what drive the physiological response the technique is known for.—
Allison Palmer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 May 2026
Adjective
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The initiative will bring together agents from across the country in what the bureau describes as a structured team-building exercise aimed at reinforcing physical readiness and cohesion across field offices.—
Rena Rowe,
The Washington Examiner,
22 May 2026
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By depicting the most awkward and unpleasant aspects of puberty — from raging hormones to physical transformations and much, much more — the series helps dispel the embarrassment and shame associated with adolescence.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
22 May 2026
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“Anatomical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/anatomical. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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