optic chiasma

n.
A structure in the brain formed by the partial intersection or crossing of the optic nerve fibers on the underside of the hypothalamus. Also called optic chiasm.

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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: the crossing of the optic nerves from the two eyes at the base of the brain
  Synonyms: optic chiasma, chiasma opticum

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