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Definition of Decussation
1. Noun. An intersection or crossing of two tracts in the form of the letter X.
Exact synonyms: Chiasm, Chiasma
Generic synonyms: Anatomical Structure, Bodily Structure, Body Structure, Complex Body Part, Structure
Specialized synonyms: Chiasma Opticum, Optic Chiasm, Optic Chiasma
Derivative terms: Chiasmal, Chiasmatic, Chiasmic, Decussate
Generic synonyms: Anatomical Structure, Bodily Structure, Body Structure, Complex Body Part, Structure
Specialized synonyms: Chiasma Opticum, Optic Chiasm, Optic Chiasma
Derivative terms: Chiasmal, Chiasmatic, Chiasmic, Decussate
Definition of Decussation
1. n. Act of crossing at an acute angle, or state of being thus crossed; an intersection in the form of an X; as, the decussation of lines, nerves, etc.
Definition of Decussation
1. Noun. A crossing or intersection of lines etc. so as to form an X-shape. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Decussation
1. [n -S]
Medical Definition of Decussation
1. Act of crossing at an acute angle, or state of being thus crossed; an intersection in the form of an X; as, the decussation of lines, nerves, etc. Origin: L. Decussatio. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
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