encephalic

[ en-suh-fal-ik ]

adjective

1. of or relating to the encephalon or brain.

encephalic

/ ˌɛnsɪˈfælɪk; ˌɛnkɪ- /

adjective

1. of or relating to the brain

Word History and Origins

Origin of encephalic¹

First recorded in 1825–35; encephal- + -ic

Example Sentences

It could sense Tortha Karf's electro-encephalic wave-patterns, but it was having trouble locating the source.

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There was also general encephalic engorgement, and in one experiment intense congestion of the meninges was observed.

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Encephalic lesions, adherence of the pia mater to the cerebrum, mean absolutely nothing in this question.

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It was not until to-day, after the lapse of nearly a month, that I happened upon my Encephalic chapter again.

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If the serous or sero-sanguinolent effusion be considerable, the encephalic mass or portions of it may be anmic.

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