Fornix — synonyms, definition

1. fornix (Noun)

1 synonym
trigonum cerebrale
2 definitions

fornix (Noun) — Generally any arch shaped structure (but often it refers to the arched roof of an anatomical space).

fornix (Noun) — An arched bundle of white fibers at the base of the brain by which the hippocampus of each hemisphere projects to the contralateral hippocampus and to the thalamus and mamillary bodies.

5 types of
body part fascicle fasciculus fiber bundle fibre bundle
1 part
carina fornicis
3 parts of
limbic brain limbic system visceral brain