cerebellum
noun/ˌsɛrəˈbɛləm/
Frequency rank: #17,540 most common English word
Meaning
The part of the brain at the back of the skull that coordinates movement and balance.
Example sentence
The doctor explained that balance and coordination are controlled by the cerebellum.
Synonyms & related words
- hindbrain
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