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Cerebellum: meaning, definitions and examples

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cerebellum

 

[ ˌsɛr.əˈbɛl.əm ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

anatomy, biology

The cerebellum is a major part of the brain located at the back of the skull. It is responsible for coordinating voluntary movements, balance, and posture. The cerebellum also plays a role in cognitive functions such as attention and language.

Examples of usage

  • The cerebellum helps in maintaining balance while walking.
  • Damage to the cerebellum can result in coordination problems.
  • The surgeon had to carefully avoid the cerebellum during the operation.
  • Researchers study the cerebellum to understand motor control.
  • Exercises that improve coordination often engage the cerebellum.

Translations

Translations of the word "cerebellum" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cerebelo

🇮🇳 मस्तिष्क का पिछला हिस्सा

🇩🇪 Kleinhirn

🇮🇩 otak kecil

🇺🇦 мозочок

🇵🇱 móżdżek

🇯🇵 小脳

🇫🇷 cervelet

🇪🇸 cerebelo

🇹🇷 küçük beyin

🇰🇷 소뇌

🇸🇦 المخيخ

🇨🇿 mozeček

🇸🇰 mozoček

🇨🇳 小脑

🇸🇮 mali mozeg

🇮🇸 litli heili

🇰🇿 кішкентай миың

🇬🇪 წვრილი ტვინი

🇦🇿 kiçik beyin

🇲🇽 cerebelo

Etymology

The word 'cerebellum' originates from the Latin term 'cerebellum', which means 'little brain'. This term itself is a diminutive of 'cerebrum', the Latin word for 'brain'. The c1erebellum is an ancient structure in the brain, well-developed in vertebrates, that has been observed as far back as the early stages of evolution. Early anatomists identified the cerebellum's critical role in motor control and balance, which continues to be an area of research in modern neuroscience. Over time, studies have revealed its involvement not only in movement but also in higher cognitive functions, further illustrating the complexity and significance of this brain region.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,544, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.