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lim⋅bic

  [lim-bik]
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–adjective
pertaining to or of the nature of a limbus or border; marginal.
Origin:
1880–85; limb(us) 2 + -ic
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lim·bic   (lĭm'bĭk)   
adj.  

  1. Of, relating to, or characterized by a limbus.

  2. Of or relating to the limbic system.


[French limbique, from limbe, edge, from Old French, graduated edge of an astronomical instrument; see limb2.]
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Medical Dictionary

Main Entry: lim·bic
Pronunciation: 'lim-bik
Function: adjective
: of, relating to, or being the limbic system of the brain
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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limbic lim·bic (lĭm'bĭk)
adj.

  1. Of, relating to, or characterized by a limbus.

  2. Of or relating to the limbic system.

The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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