Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
medulla
noun
/məˈdʌlə/
Definition
The medulla is a part of the brain or the inner region of an organ, often associated with vital functions.
Examples
- The medulla oblongata controls automatic processes in the body.
- In botany, the medulla may refer to the central core of a plant stem.
Meaning
In the context of the brain, the medulla refers to the medulla oblongata, which helps regulate functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure. In other organs, it denotes the core or innermost part.
Synonyms
- core
- center
- marrow
