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Gyrus

Gyrus Meaning & Definition
Gyrus Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Gyrus?

[n] a convex fold or elevation in the surface of the brain

Synonyms | Synonyms for Gyrus: convolution

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See Also | anatomical structure | bodily structure | body structure | central gyrus | cerebrum | complex body part | structure

Gyrus In Webster's Dictionary

\Gy"rus\, n.; pl. {Gyri}. [L. See {Gyre}, n.] A convoluted ridge between grooves; a convolution; as, the gyri of the brain; the gyri of brain coral. See {Brain}.

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