neurone

British

/ ˈnjʊərəʊn, ˈnjʊərɒn /

noun

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

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These pea-sized "brain organoids" resembled parts of the cerebral cortex and allowed researchers to study molecular changes linked to motor neurone disease and explore ways to prevent them.

From Science Daily ● May 29, 2026

This loss of regenerative ability is also linked to neurological diseases including motor neurone disease and multiple sclerosis.

From Science Daily ● May 29, 2026

The former Leicester and Gloucester second row has motor neurone disease and the match raises funds for the charity he set up to support families affected by the condition.

From BBC ● Mar. 30, 2026

The court heard that he has been diagnosed with spinal onset motor neurone disease and was too unwell to confirm his name.

From BBC ● Mar. 10, 2026

F. Communication from one neurone to another occurs across a _____ called the synapse.

From Psychology A Study Of Mental Life by Robert S. Woodworth

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