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- [hahy-puh-thal-uh-muh s]
- /ˌhaɪ pəˈθæl ə məs/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [hahy-puh-thal-uh-muh s]
- /ˌhaɪ pəˈθæl ə məs/
Definition of hypothalamus's word
- noun plural hypothalamus's a region of the brain, between the thalamus and the midbrain, that functions as the main control center for the autonomic nervous system by regulating sleep cycles, body temperature, appetite, etc., and that acts as an endocrine gland by producing hormones, including the releasing factors that control the hormonal secretions of the pituitary gland. 1
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Origin of hypothalamus's
First appearance:
before 1895 One of the 18% newest English words
From New Latin, dating back to 1895-1900; See origin at hypo-, thalamus
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Parts of speech for Hypothalamus's
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hypothalamus's popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 83% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
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