midbrain
1 synonym for midbrain, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The part of the brain that lies above the pons and below the thalamus and basal ganglia, made up of the tectum and the tegmentum.
Synonyms
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mesencephalon
How to use midbrain
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midbrain structures
damage to the midbrain
the midbrain and brain stem
regions of the midbrain
Midbrain is a technical term used in neuroscience and medicine.
Etymology
Midbrain is a straightforward English compound, formed by joining mid- to brain to describe its middle position within the brain.
Full origin of midbrain →Frequently asked questions
What is the midbrain?
The midbrain is the part of the brain positioned above the pons and below the thalamus and basal ganglia, made up of the tectum and tegmentum.
What is another name for the midbrain?
The midbrain is also known by its formal anatomical name, the mesencephalon.
Where is the midbrain located?
It sits between the pons below and the thalamus and basal ganglia above, forming part of the brain stem.
