Meaning of the word amygdala in English

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amygdala

US /əˈmɪɡ.də.lə/
UK /əˈmɪɡ.də.lə/
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Noun

a roughly almond-shaped mass of gray matter in the anterior part of the temporal lobe of the brain, involved in the experience of emotion and motivation.

Example:
The amygdala plays a key role in processing fear.
Damage to the amygdala can impair emotional responses.