limen insulae

[ ĭn′sə-lē′ ]

Save This Word!

The transitional band located between the anterior portion of the gray matter of the island of Reil and the posterior perforated substance, formed by a narrow strip of olfactory cortex.

QUIZ

QUIZ YOURSELF ON "IS" VS. "ARE"

"Is" it time for a new quiz? "Are" you ready? Then prove your excellent skills on using "is" vs. "are."

Question 1 of 7

IS and ARE are both forms of which verb?

have

TAKE THE QUIZ TO FIND OUT

Words nearby limen insulae

lime-juicer, limekiln, limelight, lime liniment, limen, limen insulae, limen nasi, lime pit, limequat, limerence, limerick

How to use limen insulae in a sentence

The lowest and highest intensity points of sensation are called the lower and upper limen, or threshold, respectively.
The Mind and Its Education|George Herbert Betts
A word should be added regarding the modern division of Pompeii into Regions, or wards, and Insulae.
Pompeii, Its Life and Art|August Mau
The more important buildings of each Region are given in the order of the Insulae.
Pompeii, Its Life and Art|August Mau
In this system perhaps the most peculiar feature is the intermixture of square and oblong 'insulae'.
Ancient Town-Planning|F. Haverfield

The 'insulae', whatever their shape—square or oblong—are fairly uniform throughout.
Ancient Town-Planning|F. Haverfield