lobe
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• noun
A curved or rounded projection or division of a bodily organ or part, such as the brain, liver, or ear.
"The frontal lobe of the brain is primarily responsible for complex cognitive functions and decision-making."
A partially rounded projection or subdivision of a botanical structure, such as a leaf or petal.
"The white oak tree is easily identified by its distinctive leaves with deep, rounded lobes."
A rounded, projecting part of a landform, such as a glacier, delta, or lava flow.
"As the ancient glacier advanced, it formed a massive ice lobe that carved out the surrounding valley."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Modern Latin 'lobus', derived from Ancient Greek 'lobos', meaning 'lobe of the ear or liver, or pod of a plant'.
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