Meaning & use
cerebellum
The part of the brain at the back of the skull that coordinates muscle movement, balance, and posture.
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Damage to the cerebellum can make a person's walking appear unsteady and poorly coordinated.
Athletes rely on a well-trained cerebellum to control fine, rapid movements during competition.
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"Cerebellum" is Latin for "little brain"; it sits beneath the cerebrum and has a distinct location and function.
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