word
basal ganglia
BAY-sul GANG-lee-ah
ˈbeɪsəl ˈɡæŋɡliəListen
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Syllable breakdown
basalganglia
Dictionary meaning
A group of subcortical nuclei involved in motor control, learning, and habit formation.
Examples
- Parkinson's disease affects the basal ganglia, impairing motor function.
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