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thalamus

Syllabification: (thal·a·mus)

Pronunciation: /ˈTHaləməs/

Definition of thalamus

noun (plural thalami /-ˌmī/)

Anatomy

either of two masses of gray matter lying between the cerebral hemispheres on either side of the third ventricle, relaying sensory information and acting as a center for pain perception.