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chiasm

/ˈkaɪ.æz.əm/

Traduction: Substantif désignant une intersection ou un croisement de deux voies, structures ou lignes, formant généralement une forme de X.

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/ˈkaɪ.æz.əm/C2formalscientific
  • frSubstantif désignant une intersection ou un croisement de deux voies, structures ou lignes, formant généralement une forme de X.

A noun referring to an intersection or crossing of two tracts, structures, or lines, typically forming the shape of the letter X.

  1. Anatomical crossingC1formalmedical

    An intersection or crossing of two structures, such as nerves or tracts, in the form of the letter X.

    frChiasma (croisement anatomique)

    • The optic chiasm is where the optic nerves partially cross.
    • The surgeon carefully examined the chiasm during the procedure.
    • Damage to the chiasm can affect vision.

    Synonymeschiasmacrossingdecussationintersection