adjective
- not based on or relating to the structure of the body or organisms; not anatomically accurate or correct
Usage: medical/scientific context; often used in medical education and clinical practice
Examples
- The surgeon avoided the nonanatomical approach and instead followed standard anatomical landmarks.
- Medical students must learn to distinguish between anatomical and nonanatomical variations in the human body.
- The textbook diagram was criticized for its nonanatomical representation of the organ system.
- A nonanatomical incision may increase the risk of complications during surgery.
- The artist's sculpture was intentionally nonanatomical, prioritizing aesthetic expression over biological accuracy.