noun
- plural of cerebellum; the parts of the brain located at the back of the skull that control balance, coordination, and muscle movement
Usage: anatomical term; plural form
Examples
- The researchers studied the cerebellums of various mammals.
- Damage to the cerebellums can affect motor coordination.
- The cerebellums in birds are highly developed for flight control.
- Scientists compared the cerebellums of athletes and non-athletes.
- The cerebellums contain more neurons than the rest of the brain combined.
- MRI scans revealed abnormalities in both patients’ cerebellums.