/ˈloʊbəs/ LOH-bəs

Definitions

1. noun

A lobe of the brain, especially one that is involved in a particular function or emotion, such as the amygdaloid lobus (amygdala) or the insular lobus (insula).

“The patient’s emotional responses were largely controlled by the amygdaloid lobus.”

2. noun

A part of a structure or organ, such as a lobe of a lung or a lobe of the liver.

“The surgeon carefully examined the lobus of the liver for any signs of damage.”

3. noun

A lobe or division of a book, especially in ancient manuscripts.

“The manuscript consisted of several lobus, each containing a different text.”

4. proper noun

A division of the brain in certain ancient anatomical systems, such as the system of Galen.

“In Galen’s anatomical system, the lobus cerebri was divided into four parts.”