Sagittal

Definition

Describing anything that is arrowhead-shaped or elongate triangular; also used to designate something situated along the longitudinal plane (sagittal plane) of the body.

Etymology

From Latin 'sagitta', meaning 'arrow'.

Example

The sagittal plane divides a bilateral symmetrical animal in half, resulting in right and left halves.

Related Terms

• Bilateral symmetry
• Longitudinal axis