Definitions

1. noun

a part of the brain that plays a key role in the formation of new memories and the transfer of information from short-term memory to long-term memory.

“The hippocampus is a vital structure in the brain responsible for learning and memory.”

2. anatomy

the structure in the brain that is part of the temporal lobe.

“The surgeon carefully examined the hippocampus of the patient’s brain.”

3. biology

a structure in the brain of some animals, including insects and crustaceans, that is involved in the formation of new memories.

“The study of the hippocampus in insects has provided valuable insights into their behavior and learning processes.”