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Lateral Ventricle

Definition

The lateral ventricle is one of the two large, fluid-filled cavities within the brain, located in each cerebral hemisphere.

Senses

Sense 1:

Noun (Anatomy): A complex interconnected system of fluid-filled spaces within the brain.

Example Sentence: The lateral ventricle plays a crucial role in the circulation and distribution of cerebrospinal fluid.

Sense 2:

Noun (Zoology): A cavity present in certain animals that houses various organs or functions, analogous to the lateral ventricle in humans.

Example Sentence: The lateral ventricle in some species of fish is responsible for buoyancy control.

Sense 3:

Adjective: Pertaining to or located on the side(s) or lateral aspect.

Example Sentence: The lateral ventricle wall showed abnormal growth patterns.

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