Hippocampus

/ˌhɪp.əˈkæm.pəs/ noun

A seahorse-shaped brain structure in the medial temporal lobe essential for forming new memories and spatial navigation.

From Greek 'hippokampos' meaning 'seahorse,' from 'hippos' (horse) + 'kampos' (sea monster). Named for its seahorse-like shape.

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