Posterior

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1. Adjective

Later in time; hence, later in the order of proceeding or moving; coming after; -- opposed to prior.

2. Adjective

Situated behind; hinder; -- opposed to anterior.

3. Adjective

At or toward the caudal extremity; caudal; -- in human anatomy often used for dorsal.

4. Adjective

On the side next the axis of inflorescence; -- said of an axillary flower.
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