Meaning & use
posterior
Situated at or toward the back of something, especially a part of the body.
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The posterior region of the skull protects the brain's balance and vision centers.
Doctors examined the posterior surface of the knee for signs of swelling.
A note on using this word
As a noun, posterior is a polite, slightly formal or humorous way of referring to the buttocks.
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rearback
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Another way to use it
2. noun
A person's buttocks, referred to in a mild or humorous way.
He landed squarely on his posterior after slipping on the ice.
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