Meaning of the word "cingulate gyrus" in English

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cingulate gyrus

US /ˈsɪŋɡjəleɪt ˈdʒaɪrəs/
UK /ˈsɪŋɡjəleɪt ˈdʒaɪrəs/
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Noun

1.

a component of the limbic system, located in the medial aspect of the cerebral cortex, which is involved in emotion formation and processing, learning, and memory

Example:
The cingulate gyrus plays a crucial role in emotional regulation.
Damage to the cingulate gyrus can affect a person's ability to learn and remember.
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