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Definition of forebrain

forebrain

/ˈfɔːr.breɪn/
fore · brain
Plural:forebrains
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The anterior and largest main division of the vertebrate brain, comprising the cerebrum, thalamus, and hypothalamus, which controls higher cognitive, sensory, and autonomic functions.

Example

"The human forebrain is responsible for complex cognitive processes such as reasoning, memory, and language."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 19th century as a compound of the native prefix 'fore-' (front) and 'brain', modeled after the German anatomical term 'Vorderhirn'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Forebrain. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/forebrain
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