limen insulae

[ ĭn′sə-lē′ ]

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n.

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.

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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

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