lobe

noun

ˈlōb 

: a curved or rounded projection or division

specifically : a usually somewhat rounded projection or division of a bodily organ or part

Examples of lobe in a Sentence

the frontal lobe of the brain

Recent Examples on the Web

The fusion appeared to be seamless, and when the researchers poked one lobe the whole body responded. —Michael Irving, New Atlas, 9 Oct. 2024

However, the left lobe of this organ extends into the left upper quadrant. —Joy Emeh, Health, 19 Sep. 2024

Their connections extend globally to multiple brain lobes. —Max Bertolero, Scientific American, 1 July 2019

This means that parts of these lobes atrophy, and the shrinking of these areas can cause speech issues, emotional problems and changes in personality. —Vanessa Etienne, Peoplemag, 18 Sep. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle French, from Late Latin lobus, from Greek lobos

First Known Use

1541, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing lobe

• frontal lobe
• lobe-fin
• occipital lobe
• olfactory lobe
• optic lobe
• parietal lobe
• temporal lobe

Kids Definition

lobe

noun

ˈlōb 

: a curved or rounded part

especially : one that is part of a bodily organ or part

lobed

ˈlōbd

adjective

Medical Definition

lobe

noun

ˈlōb 

: a curved or rounded projection or division: as

a

: a more or less rounded projection of a body organ or part

the lobe of the ear

b

: a division of a body organ (as the brain, lungs, or liver) marked off by a fissure on the surface