plexuses

Meanings

• noun

  A network of nerves or blood vessels.

  - "The autonomic nervous system forms a complex plexus in the abdomen."
  - "Damage to the brachial plexus can result in paralysis of the arm."

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Synonyms

rete

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Variants

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plexus , plexuses , brachial plexus , brachial plexuses , solar plexus , solar plexuses

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'plexus' meaning 'entwined' or 'plaited'.

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Trivia

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1. The human body contains over 100 named plexuses.

2. The brachial plexus is the largest and most complex of the 12 cranial and peripheral nerves.

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Related Concepts

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1. nervous plexus: A network of nerves.

2. vascular plexus: A network of blood vessels.

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Culture

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In Greek mythology, the plexus was believed to be a site of spiritual and mystical significance.

How to Memorize "plexuses"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a complex network of interconnected nerves or blood vessels.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'plexus' with the concept of interconnectedness or entwining.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'PLEXUs' to remember the meaning: 'P' for 'plexus' as a network, 'L' for 'lexus' as a vehicle or conveyance, 'E' for 'entwined', 'X' for 'complex', and 'Us' for 'us' as in 'us humans'.

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