Thalamus: meaning, definitions and examples

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thalamus

 

[ ฮธษ™หˆlรฆmษ™s ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

anatomy, brain

The thalamus is a small structure located in the brain that acts as a relay station for sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex. It plays a crucial role in regulating consciousness, sleep, and alertness. The thalamic nuclei are involved in the processing of sensory information before it reaches the higher brain regions.

Synonyms

diencephalon, interbrain

Examples of usage

  • The thalamus processes sensory information before it reaches the cortex.
  • Damage to the thalamus can lead to sensory disturbances.
  • The thalamus is involved in regulating states of alertness.

Translations

Translations of the word "thalamus" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tรกlamo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฅเคพเคฒเคพเคฎเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Thalamus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ thalamus

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะฐะปะฐะผัƒั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wzgรณrze

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฆ–ๅบŠ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท thalame

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tรกlamo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท talamus

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹œ์ƒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู…ู‡ุงุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ thalamus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ thalamus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธ˜่„‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ thalamus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ thalamus

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐะปะฐะผัƒั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ—แƒแƒšแƒแƒ›แƒฃแƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ talamus

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tรกlamo

Word origin

The term 'thalamus' comes from the Greek word 'thalamos,' which means 'inner chamber' or 'room.' This etymology reflects the thalamus's role as a central hub for sensory information within the brain. The word was first used in the 19th century to describe this specific part of the brain as anatomy and neuroscience began to advance. Initially, the thalamus was commonly associated with the relay of sensory pathways, and its importance in neurological functions began to be recognized more formally as brain studies progressed. The thalamus's functions in regulating consciousness and alertness have also been important topics in both neuroscience and psychology, contributing to its significant role and recognition in medical literature.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,078, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.