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nates.

The two anterior of the four lobes on the dorsal side of the midbrain of most mammals; the anterior optic lobes.

5 characters1 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈneɪtiːz/UK
  1. The two anterior of the four lobes on the dorsal side of the midbrain of most mammals; the anterior optic lobes.

    plural · plural-only
  2. The buttocks.

    plural · plural-only
  3. The umbones of a bivalve shell.

    plural · plural-only
Where this word comes from

From Latin natēs, plural of natis.

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