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hypothalamus
hy·po·thal·a·mus [ hpə thálləməss ] (plural hy·po·thal·a·mi [ hpə thállə m ])


noun 
Definition:
 
part of brain: a central area on the underside of the brain, controlling involuntary functions such as body temperature and the release of hormones

hy·po·tha·lam·ic [ hpōthə lámmik ] adjective
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