limbic
[ lim-bik ]
/ ˈlɪm bɪk /
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adjective
pertaining to or of the nature of a limbus or border; marginal.
Nearby words
limber hole, limber pine, limber up, limberly, limberneck, limbic, limbic system, limbless, limbo, limbourg, limburg
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Examples from the Web for limbic
One limbic structure affected by this early maldevelopment is the amygdala, which generates emotions like fear.
In his scheme, the limbic system evolved alongside the developing social complexity of the mammals.
The middle region, the limbic system, controls docile, loving emotions.
Sequential Problem Solving|Fredric Lozo
Word Origin and History for limbic
limbic
1879, from French limbique (1878, Broca), from limbe, from Latin limbus "edge" (see limb (n.2)). Limbic system is attested from 1950.
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper
Medicine definitions for limbic
limbic
[ lĭm′bĭk ]
adj.
Of, relating to, or characterized by a limbus.
Of or relating to the limbic system.
The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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