Definitions for: Chiasm


[n] an intersection or crossing of two tracts in the form of the letter X



Webster (1913) Definition: Chi"asm, Chiasma Chi*as"ma, n. [NL. chiasma, fr. Gr.
? two lines placed crosswise, fr. ? to mark with a [chi].]
(Anat.)
A commissure; especially, the optic commissure, or crucial
union of the optic nerves. -- Chi*as"mal, a..

Synonyms: chiasma, decussation

See Also: anatomical structure, bodily structure, body structure, chiasma opticum, complex body part, optic chiasm, optic chiasma, structure

Try our:
Scrabble Word Finder

Scrabble Cheat

Words With Friends Cheat

Hanging With Friends Cheat

Scramble With Friends Cheat

Ruzzle Cheat



Related Resources:
animlas that start with o
animlas that start with k
animals begin with f