Noun: optic chiasm 'óp-tik 'kI-a-zum
- The crossing of the optic nerves from the two eyes at the base of the brain
"The neurologist examined the patient's optic chiasm for signs of damage";
- optic chiasma, chiasma opticum
Derived forms: optic chiasms
Type of: chiasm, chiasma, decussation
Encyclopedia: Optic chiasm