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Meaning of locus coeruleus

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

locus

Pronunciation:/ˈləʊkəs//ˈloʊkəs/

noun

Definitions

  1. A place or locality, especially a centre of activity or the scene of a crime.

    Example: The cafeteria was the locus of activity.

  2. The set of all points whose coordinates satisfy a given equation or condition.

    Example: A circle is the locus of points from which the distance to the center is a given value, the radius.

  3. A fixed position on a chromosome that may be occupied by one or more genes.

  4. (chiefly in the plural) A passage in writing, especially in a collection of ancient sacred writings arranged according to a theme.