Definition

The process of removing the brain from an organism, often used in medical or scientific contexts.

Example

The experiment involved decerebration to study the effects of brain removal on behavior.

Conversation

Did you hear about that experimental surgery they were discussing on the news?

Yeah, they mentioned something about decerebration being part of the process.

It's kind of scary to think about removing the brain like that.

Right? I can't imagine the implications it would have on a person's life.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Decerebration is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "cerebrum" (from Latin, meaning brain). The term refers to the process of removing or damaging the brain, effectively taking it away or down from its normal function.

Memory Tip

Think of 'taking away' ('de-') the 'brain' ('cerebrum') — that's why decerebration means the removal or loss of brain function.

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