Anteverting

/ˌæntiːˈvɜːrtɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The present participle of antevert; actively tilting or turning a body part forward from its normal position.

Etymology

Present participle form of 'antevert,' using the '-ing' suffix with the Latin-derived verb.

Kelly Says

During orthopedic examinations and surgical procedures, doctors and physical therapists talk about 'anteverting' and 'retroverting' limbs to assess mobility and detect abnormalities—these precision movements are diagnostic tools.

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