rhombencephalon
|rhom-ben-ceph-a-lon|
C2
/ˌrɒmbɛnˈsɛfəlɒn/
hindbrain
Etymology
Etymology Information
'rhombencephalon' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'rhombos' meaning 'rhombus' and 'enkephalos' meaning 'brain'.
Historical Evolution
'rhombencephalon' was directly borrowed from Greek into modern scientific terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the 'hindbrain' in anatomical terms, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the hindbrain, a part of the brain that includes the cerebellum, pons, and medulla oblongata.
The rhombencephalon is responsible for coordinating motor control and sensory information.
Synonyms
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