nerve cell
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of nerve cell
First recorded in 1855–60
Example Sentences
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Both have previously been associated with protection against cardiovascular disease and neurodegeneration, the gradual loss of nerve cell function seen in conditions such as Alzheimer's disease.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 18, 2026
It is active in several organs, including the heart and the brain, where it supports healthy nerve cell function.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 8, 2026
However, many researchers now believe chronic inflammation in the brain may also be a key factor driving nerve cell damage.
From Science Daily ● May 29, 2026
In individuals with Dravet syndrome, one copy does not produce enough of a protein needed for proper nerve cell signaling.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 4, 2026
The nerve cell, or neuron, is a living, one-way wire with switches at both ends.
From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman
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