Definitions for limbic

limbic lim·bic

Spelling: [lim-bik]
IPA: /ˈlɪm bɪk/

Limbic is a 6 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 12 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 16 points.

You can make 49 anagrams from letters in limbic (bciilm).

Definitions for limbic

adjective

  1. pertaining to or of the nature of a limbus or border; marginal.

Origin of limbic

First recorded in 1880-85; limb(us)2 + -ic

Examples for limbic

In his scheme, the limbic system evolved alongside the developing social complexity of the mammals.

The middle region, the limbic system, controls docile, loving emotions.

One limbic structure affected by this early maldevelopment is the amygdala, which generates emotions like fear.

Word Value for limbic
Scrable

12

Words with friends

16

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