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hypothalamus

 

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Noun hypothalamus has 1 sense
  1. hypothalamus - a basal part of the diencephalon governing autonomic nervous system
    --1 is a kind of
    neural structure
    --1 is a part of diencephalon, interbrain, betweenbrain, thalmencephalon

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Hypothalamus

The hypothalamus is a region of the brain that plays a crucial role in the control of various bodily functions, such as regulating body temperature, hunger, thirst, and sleep.

Noun

Sense: Anatomy

Definition: A small, almond-sized structure located near the base of the brain, below the thalamus.

Example Sentence: The hypothalamus helps maintain homeostasis by controlling the release of hormones.

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Noun

Sense: Psychology

Definition: The hypothalamus is responsible for controlling emotions, sexual behavior, and certain physiological responses.

Example Sentence: Dysfunction in the hypothalamus can lead to imbalances in mood and behavior.

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Noun

Sense: Biology

Definition: The hypothalamus is involved in regulating the endocrine system and controlling the release of hormones from the pituitary gland.

Example Sentence: The hypothalamus is interconnected with the pituitary gland to regulate hormone production.

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