Limbic

//ˈlɪmbɪk// adj

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Definitions

Adjective

1
Relating to the limbic system. not-comparable

Adjective

1
of or relating to or forming a limbus wordnet

Synonyms

bordering borderline boundary coastal determinant determinative

Etymology

From French limbique, from Latin limbus (“edge, border”).

Related phrases

limbic lobe limbic ring limbic system limbic-thalamo-cortical limbic system

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