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Definition

noun, plural: fusiform gyri

A gyrus in the temporal lobe of the cerebrum, presumed to be associated with functions involving colors, face, body, and word recognitions.

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Also called:

• gyrus occipitotemporalis medius (Latin)
• discontinuous occipitotemporal gyrus

See also:

• gyrus
• temporal gyrus