medulla oblongata
- the lowest or hindmost part of the brain, continuous with the spinal cord.
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Origin of medulla oblongata
1670–80; < New Latin: the long medulla
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medulla oblongata
- the lower stalklike section of the brain, continuous with the spinal cord, containing control centres for the heart and lungs
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Word Origin
C17: New Latin: oblong-shaped medulla
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medulla oblongata
(ŏb′lŏng-gā′tə, -gä′tə)- The lowermost portion of the vertebrate brain, continuous with the spinal cord and responsible for the control of respiration, circulation, and other bodily functions.
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medulla oblongata
[ŏb′lông-gä′tə]
- The lowermost portion of the brainstem in humans and other mammals. It is important in the reflex control of involuntary processes, including respiration, heartbeat, and blood pressure.
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