brain
Translation
brain, intellect, mind
Examples
The human brain is very complex.
The human brain is very complex.
She has a good brain for business.
She has a good brain for business.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) brain the organ in the head The human brain is a powerful organ.
((a)) brain ((for sth.)) an aptitude for something He has a brain for numbers.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mind, intellect, cerebrum
Etymology
From Old English 'brægen', related to words for 'brain' in other Germanic languages.
Memory Tips
Picture the brain as the central computer or CPU inside your head that controls everything.