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corpus striatum

Pronunciation: /strʌɪˈeɪtəm/

Definition of corpus striatum

noun (plural corpora striata /-tə/)

Anatomy
  • part of the basal ganglia of the brain, comprising the caudate and lentiform nuclei.

Origin:

from corpus and Latin striatum, neuter of striatus 'grooved'

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