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midbrain

/ˈmɪdˌbɹeɪn/
mid · brain
Plural:midbrains
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• noun

1

A small central part of the brainstem located between the forebrain and the hindbrain that functions as a relay station for auditory and visual information and helps control eye movement and motor coordination.

Example

"The neurology textbook explains how pathways in the midbrain regulate pupil dilation and reflexive eye movements."

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