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hippocampus

/hɪˈpɒkəməs/ noun · British & US
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What does hippocampus mean?

noun

A part of the brain that plays a key role in memory and emotion, especially the formation of new memories. It is shaped like a seahorse and is located in the temporal lobe.

Example

"The hippocampus is a crucial structure in the brain that helps us form and store memories."

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