nerve cell
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of nerve cell
First recorded in 1855–60
Example Sentences
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In brain organoids, which are miniature three dimensional models of brain tissue, sildenafil promoted nerve cell growth.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 31, 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
Grey matter contains nerve cell bodies and plays a key role in processing information, controlling movement, and supporting memory and emotional regulation.
From Science Daily ● Feb. 7, 2026
This biochemical signal is received by the next nerve cell, that converts the signal back into electricity.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 18, 2024
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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