brainstem
noun/ˈbreɪnstɛm/
Frequency rank: #19,198 most common English word
Meaning
the lower part of the brain connecting the cerebrum to the spinal cord, controlling basic life functions.
Example sentence
Doctors found damage in the brainstem that was affecting the patient's breathing and heart rate.
Synonyms & related words
- midbrain
- hindbrain
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