dorsal vs loin

dorsal

noun
  • Any of the longitudinal series of plates that encircle the body, excluding the ventral scales. 

  • A hanging, usually of rich stuff, at the back of a throne, altar, etc. 

  • A sound produced using the dorsum of the tongue. 

adj
  • Relating to the surface naturally inferior, as of a leaf. 

  • Relating to the surface naturally superior, as of a creeping hepatic moss. 

  • Having only one sharp side. 

  • Relating to the top surface of the foot or hand. 

  • Produced using the dorsum of the tongue. 

loin

noun
  • The part of the body (of humans and quadrupeds) at each side of the backbone, between the ribs and hips 

  • Any of several cuts of meat taken from this part of an animal 

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