Antero
Mount, a peak in central Colorado, in the Sawatch Mountains. 14,269 feet (4349 meters).
a combining form with the meaning “situated in front, fore,” used in the formation of compound words:
anteroparietal.
Historical Examples
This projects as a small sac between the Antero- and postero-lateral ligaments of the joint.
Diseases of the Horse’s Foot Harry Caulton Reeks
The chesnut woods of Antero de Herrares opened their enamelled glades before the travellers.
The Pastor’s Fire-side Vol. 3 of 4 Jane Porter
I have already spoken of the forceful sonnets of that tragic Portuguese, Antero de Quental, who died by his own hand.
Tragic Sense Of Life Miguel de Unamuno
antero- pref.
Anterior; in front: anteroposterior.
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