Synonyms for encephalon


Grammar : Noun
Spell : en-sef-uh-lon, -luh n
Phonetic Transcription : ɛnˈsɛf əˌlɒn, -lən


Définition of encephalon

  • As in brain : noun mind, intelligence
Example sentences :
  • Encephalon -um: the brain, or that part of the head containing it.
  • Extract from : « Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology » by John. B. Smith
  • This is mainly an inference from the total weight of the encephalon.
  • Extract from : « The Color Line » by William Benjamin Smith
  • The state of the encephalon in those patients in whom spurious hydrocephalus occurs is interesting.
  • Extract from : « A System of Practical Medicine By American Authors, Vol. II » by Various
  • Let me also add that the weight of the encephalon varies enormously according to individuals.
  • Extract from : « The Races of Man » by Joseph Deniker
  • The lessening of the blood supply to the encephalon is rather the accompaniment than the cause of sleep.
  • Extract from : « Scientific American, September 29, 1883 Supplement. No. 404 » by Various
  • The Cerebrum or Great Brain lies above the plane of the tentorium, and forms much the largest division of the encephalon.
  • Extract from : « Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Slice 4 » by Various

Antonyms for encephalon

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