The plural of dorsum, referring to multiple back surfaces or dorsal areas, mainly used in anatomical contexts.
From Latin 'dorsum' (back) + '-ula' diminutive suffix, technically forming a diminutive but used as a plural form in anatomy.
In anatomy texts, when scientists talk about 'dorsula,' they're often comparing the back surfaces of different creatures to understand evolution—like comparing the back plates of armored dinosaurs.
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