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ros·tral
I. \-_strəl\ adjective
Etymology: New Latin rostralis, from Latin rostrum beak, ship's beak + -alis -al
1. : of or relating to a rostrum; specifically : of, relating to, or being a scale or plate bordering the median part of the upper lip in some reptiles
2. : adorned with rostra
< rostral pillar >
3.
a. of a part of the spinal cord : superior
b. of a part of the brain : anterior or ventral
• ros·tral·ly \-əlē\ adverb
II. noun
(-s)
: a rostral plate or shield |