Posterior Definition

posterior
adjective
  1. located at or near or behind a part or near the end of a structure
  2. coming at a subsequent time or stage; "without ulterior argument"; "the mood posterior to"
noun
  1. the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on; "he deserves a good kick in the butt"; "are you going to sit on your fanny and do nothing?"
  2. a tooth situated at the back of the mouth

"Posterior" in song lyrics

See how posterior is used in real songs:

  • "Pack my bags, build my posterior"
    Pegz — 7 Days 6 Nights
  • "labor posterior"
    AOL — AOL
  • "three surface posterior"
    AOL — AOL

Words that rhyme with posterior

Usage tips for "posterior"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "posterior" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for posterior to find words that pair well.

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