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lateral

Prononciation : [ˈlætərəl]

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Contexte : « position »

(adjective) related to the side of something. When we talk about something being lateral, we mean it is on the side instead of the front or back.

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The lateral view of the animal shows its wings clearly.

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The front view of the house did not show any lateral details.

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What does the lateral side of the object look like?

Contexte : « movement »

(adjective) describing a side-to-side movement. When something moves laterally, it moves left or right.

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The football player made a lateral move to avoid the defender.

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He didn't make a lateral move; he only ran straight ahead.

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Did the players practice lateral movements during the game?

Contexte : « anatomy »

(noun) a structure or part that is situated to the side of the body. A lateral structure is not in the middle; it's towards the side.

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The lateral part of the muscle helps with movement.

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The injury affected the central part, not the lateral part of his body.

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Can you show me where the lateral muscles are located?

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