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ventral

noun adjective

Any of the enlarged and transversely elongated scales that extend down the underside of a snake's body from the neck to the anal scale.

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Word length
7
Starts with
V
Ends with
L
Contains
EN
Scrabble score
10
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

/ˈvɛntɹəl/

Meaning

Definitions

noun

  1. Any of the enlarged and transversely elongated scales that extend down the underside of a snake's body from the neck to the anal scale.

adjective

  1. Related to the abdomen or stomach.

  2. On the front side of the human body, or the corresponding surface of an animal, usually the lower surface.

  3. On or relating to the bottom portion of either foot and/or hand.

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