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pyriform area

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun pyriform area has 1 sense
  1. pyriform area, piriform area, pyriform lobe, piriform lobe - pear-shaped neural structure on either side of the brain in the rhinencephalon
    --1 is a kind of neural structure
    --1 is a part of rhinencephalon, olfactory brain

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Pyriform Area

Definition

The pyriform area refers to the pear-shaped region located at the base of the brain known as the rhombencephalon. It is responsible for controlling various functions such as breathing, swallowing, and vocalization.

Senses

Sense 1:

Function: Noun

Definition: The anatomical region of the brainstem resembling a pear, responsible for coordinating vital functions.

Example Sentence: The pyriform area plays a crucial role in regulating involuntary actions like breathing and swallowing.

Sense 2:

Function: Adjective

Definition: Describing something shaped like a pear.

Example Sentence: The kitchen had pyriform area decorations, with pear-shaped vases and dishes adorning the shelves.

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