Associations to the word «Pons»

Wiktionary

PONS, noun. (anatomy) A bridge-like tissue connecting two parts of an organ
PONS, noun. (anatomy) A band of nerve fibres, the pons Varolii, within the brain stem

Dictionary definition

PONS, noun. United States coloratura soprano (born in France) (1904-1976).
PONS, noun. A band of nerve fibers linking the medulla oblongata and the cerebellum with the midbrain.

Wise words

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