noun
thalamus
Thalamus (noun) means Either of two large, ovoid structures of grey matter within the forebrain that relay sensory impulses to the cerebral cortex.
noun
1
Either of two large, ovoid structures of grey matter within the forebrain that relay sensory impulses to the cerebral cortex.
2
The receptacle of a flower; a torus.
3
An inner room or nuptial chamber.
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Etymology
From Latin thalamus, from Ancient Greek θάλαμος (thálamos, “an inner chamber, a bedroom, a bed”).
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What is the meaning of thalamus?
"thalamus" (noun) means either of two large, ovoid structures of grey matter within the forebrain that relay sensory impulses to the cerebral cortex.
What are the different meanings of thalamus?
"thalamus" has 3 main meanings: 1. Either of two large, ovoid structures of grey matter within the forebrain that relay sensory impulses to the cerebral cortex; 2. The receptacle of a flower; a torus; 3. An inner room or nuptial chamber.