Definition of Midbrain

1. Noun. The middle portion of the brain.

Exact synonyms: Mesencephalon
Generic synonyms: Neural Structure
Group relationships: Brain, Encephalon
Terms within: Locus Niger, Nucleus Niger, Substantia Nigra, Superior Colliculus, Inferior Colliculus

Definition of Midbrain

1. n. The middle segment of the brain; the mesencephalon. See Brain.

Definition of Midbrain

1. Noun. A part of the brain located rostral to the pons and caudal to the thalamus and the basal ganglia, composed of the tectum (dorsal portion) and the tegmentum (ventral portion). ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Midbrain

1. the middle region of the brain [n -S]

Medical Definition of Midbrain

1. The part of the brain above the pons and below the thalamus, it is the uppermost part of the brainstem, and is involved in basic, unconscious body function. (09 Oct 1997)

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midbrain (current term)
midbrain tegmentum
midbrain vesicle
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midcarpal
midcarpal joint

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