latéral

Latéral is a French word meaning "lateral" or "sideways." It is used in various contexts, including anatomy, sports, and general description. In anatomy, it refers to structures located on the side of the body or an organ. For example, the lateral malleolus is the bony prominence on the outer side of the ankle. In sports, a lateral pass is a pass made sideways or backward. A lateral movement in general describes any motion that occurs from side to side. The term emphasizes position or direction relative to a central axis. It can also describe a position in a formation, such as a lateral defender in soccer or American football. When describing a lateral view, it means looking at something from the side. The concept of lateral is fundamental in understanding spatial relationships and movement in many disciplines.