Brainstem
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noun.
Alternative spelling of
brain stem
.
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noun.
the part of the brain continuous with the spinal cord and comprising the medulla oblongata and pons and midbrain and parts of the hypothalamus
Word Usage
"The brainstem is not in the final analysis a thoughtful companion."
Hypernym
Words that are more generic or abstract
neural structure
Same Context
Words that are found in similar contexts
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