Synaptic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /sɪˈnæp.tɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Synaptic is an adjective meaning (physiology) Of or relating to a synapse—the junction between the terminal of a neuron and another cell.
Meaning
(physiology) Of or relating to a synapse—the junction between the terminal of a neuron and another cell.
More Meanings
- (cytology) Of or relating to a synapsis—the association of homologous maternal and paternal chromosomes during the initial part of meiosis.
Example Sentences
With a pencil, he highlights areas where synaptic function is declining, where the neurons are dying.
By far the greater proportion of cytologists however are of the opinion that the synaptic contraction is a normal stage in the heterotypic prophases.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include neurophysiological, neurochemical, interneuronal, axonal, neuronal, neural.
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