How Do You Spell SAGITTAL?

Pronunciation: [sˈad͡ʒɪtə͡l] (IPA)

Sagittal is a term commonly used in anatomy to describe an imaginary plane that divides the body into left and right sections. The spelling of "sagittal" can be understood through its IPA phonetic transcription, which is /sæˈdʒɪt(ə)l/. The initial "s" sound is followed by the "a" vowel sound, pronounced as /æ/. The "g" and "i" sounds are pronounced as /dʒɪ/, and the final "t" and "a" sounds are pronounced as /t(ə)l/. By breaking down the phonetic sounds, the spelling of "sagittal" can be easily understood.

SAGITTAL Meaning and Definition

1. Sagittal is an adjective that relates to or is a characteristic of a sagitta, which is derived from the Latin word "sagitta" meaning "arrow." In anatomy, the term "sagittal" refers to an imaginary plane that divides the body or any of its parts into right and left halves. This plane is parallel to the midline of the body, which is an imaginary vertical line that passes through the center, dividing it into equal left and right halves.

   The sagittal plane is one of the three main anatomical planes, along with the frontal (coronal) and transverse (horizontal) planes. It is crucial in helping anatomists and healthcare professionals to study and understand the body's structures and movements, particularly when dealing with symmetrical structures like the brain, spinal cord, bones, or blood vessels.

   The term "sagittal" can be used to describe specific structures or processes oriented to or occurring within this plane. For instance, the sagittal suture is the anatomical joint between the two parietal bones of the skull, which extends from the front to the back along the midline of the top of the skull. Additionally, a sagittal slice in radiology or imaging scans refers to a slice taken along the sagittal plane for diagnostic purposes or to study specific body regions.

2. Resembling an arrow; in the line of an arrow shot from a bow, i.e. in an anteroposterior direction.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

3. • Of or like an arrow.

   • Pert. to or resembling an arrow.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of SAGITTAL

The word "sagittal" comes from the Latin word "sagitta", which means "arrow". It is derived from the image of an arrow piercing the side of a target, representing a straight line or direction. This term was later used to describe the suture on the top of the skull that separates the parietal bones, suggesting a straight line or separation. Over time, "sagittal" came to be used in various scientific and anatomical contexts, referring to a plane or line that is parallel to the median plane of the body from front to back.