subnucleus

/ˈsʌbnyuːkliəs/

Definitions

1. noun

A smaller nucleus or a part of a nucleus, especially in the brain or an organ.

“The subnucleus of the brain plays a crucial role in regulating the body’s response to stress.”

Synonyms

  • nucleus
  • substructure

Antonyms

  • macrostructure
  • supernucleus