neurone

/ ˈnjʊərəʊn; njʊˈrɒnɪk; ˈnjʊərɒn /

noun

1. a specialized cell that conducts nerve impulses: consists of a cell body, axon, and dendrites Also callednerve cell

Derived Forms

• neuronic, adjective
• neuˈronal, adjective

Example Sentences

The neurone of the second order, which terminates in the 'neuropil' of the second ganglion (ganglion of the optic nerve).

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The neurone of the third order, which terminates in the optic lobes of the brain by means of its neuraxons (the optic nerve).

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In different phrasing we may say: Neurone groups accustomed to acting together have the tendency to work in unison.

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Your neurone groups are accustomed to act in this way, so the sequence follows.

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The place of juxtaposition of the end of one neurone against the beginning of another is called the synapse.

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