ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Glia

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /ˈɡliːə/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Glia is a noun meaning (anatomy) The network of glial cells that supports nervous system tissue.

Meaning

(anatomy) The network of glial cells that supports nervous system tissue.

Synonyms for glia

Depending on context, synonyms include neuroglia.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include neuroglia, axon, neuron, interfascicular, astroglia, gliocyte.

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