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synapse Definition and Meaning in English (synapse definition)

noun
Synonyms:neural junctionnerve junction
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Synapse definition: A specialized junction where one neuron communicates with another neuron or an effector cell, transmitting nerve impulses.

Definitions of Synapse

  1. 1noun

    A specialized junction where one neuron communicates with another neuron or an effector cell, transmitting nerve impulses.

Example Sentences

scientific

“The signal crosses the synapse from one neuron to the next.”

scientific

“Neurotransmitters are crucial for communication across the synapse.”

Synonyms

neural junctionnerve junction

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nounsynaptogenesis
adjectivesynaptic
adjectivesynaptical

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