1. The posterior part of a human (or animal) body from the neck to the end of the spine
   - back 
2. The back of the body of a vertebrate or any analogous surface (as the upper or outer surface of an organ or appendage or part)
   "the dorsum of the foot"

Derived forms: dorsa

See also: dorsal

Type of: body part

Part of: body, torso, trunk

Encyclopedia: Dorsum

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