dendrite meaning

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dendrite (noun): short fiber that conducts toward the cell body of the neuron.

Definition of dendrite

  1. short fiber that conducts toward the cell body of the neuron

    Type of: nerve fiber

    Related forms: dendritic

Scrabble score: 10 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with DE · words ending in TE · 8-letter words

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