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1. (n.) medulla oblongata
the lowest or hindmost part of the vertebrate brain, continuous with the spinal cord.
Etymology: (1670–80; < NL: the long medulla)
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1. (noun) medulla oblongata, medulla, bulb
lower or hindmost part of the brain; continuous with spinal cord; (`bulb' is an old term for medulla oblongata)
"the medulla oblongata is the most vital part of the brain because it contains centers controlling breathing and heart functioning"
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1. medulla oblongata
The lower portion of the BRAIN STEM. It is inferior to the PONS and anterior to the CEREBELLUM. Medulla oblongata serves as a relay station between the brain and the spinal cord, and contains centers for regulating respiratory, vasomotor, cardiac, and reflex activities.
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