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- US Pronunciation
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- [in-suh-luh, ins-yuh-]
- /ˈɪn sə lə, ˈɪns yə-/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [in-suh-luh, ins-yuh-]
- /ˈɪn sə lə, ˈɪns yə-/
Definitions of insula word
- noun plural insula a group of convolutions situated at the base of the lateral fissure of the brain. 1
- noun insula A region of the brain deep in the cerebral cortex. 1
- noun insula a pyramid-shaped area of the brain within each cerebral hemisphere beneath parts of the frontal and temporal lobes 0
- noun insula (historical) A block of buildings in a Roman town. 0
- noun insula (anatomy) The insular cortex, a structure of the human brain located within the lateral sulcus. 0
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Origin of insula
First appearance:
before 1825 One of the 37% newest English words
1825-35; < New Latin, Latin: island; cf. isle
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Parts of speech for Insula
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insula popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 77% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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