Cerebellum
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌsɛ.ɹɪˈbɛl.əm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cerebellum is a noun meaning (neuroanatomy) Part of the hindbrain in vertebrates. In humans it lies between the brainstem and the back of the cerebrum and is formed of two lateral lobes and a median lobe. It plays an important role in sensory perception, motor output, balance and posture.
Meaning
(neuroanatomy) Part of the hindbrain in vertebrates. In humans it lies between the brainstem and the back of the cerebrum and is formed of two lateral lobes and a median lobe. It plays an important role in sensory perception, motor output, balance and posture.
Example Sentences
Although the cerebellum occupies just 10 per cent of the cranial cavity, it has more than half the brain’s neurons.
Word Forms
- cerebellums
- cerebella
Synonyms for cerebellum
Depending on context, synonyms include parencephalon.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hindbrain, cerebel, afterbrain, epencephalon, metencephalon, spinocerebellum.
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