claustrum

/ˈklɔːstrəm/ or /ˈklæʊstrəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A small, walled enclosure or a small, enclosed space, especially in the brain.

“The study of the brain’s claustrum has provided new insights into its role in sensory processing.”

Synonyms

  • enclosure
  • enclosure

Antonyms

  • exposure
  • openness