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Definition of Lateralization
1. Noun. Localization of function on either the right or left sides of the brain.
Exact synonyms: Lateralisation, Laterality
Generic synonyms: Localisation, Localisation Of Function, Localisation Principle, Localization, Localization Of Function, Localization Principle
Derivative terms: Lateralize
Generic synonyms: Localisation, Localisation Of Function, Localisation Principle, Localization, Localization Of Function, Localization Principle
Derivative terms: Lateralize
Definition of Lateralization
1. Noun. Localization of a function, such as speech, to the right or left side of the brain. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Lateralization
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Medical Definition of Lateralization
1. The process whereby certain embryological asymmetries of structure (such as the right-side location of the liver and the structure of the great vessels) and function (handedness) are ordained phylogenetically, coded genetically, and realised ontogenetically. (05 Mar 2000)