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- US Pronunciation
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- [noo-rog-lee-uh, nyoo-]
- /nʊˈrɒg li ə, nyʊ-/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [noo-rog-lee-uh, nyoo-]
- /nʊˈrɒg li ə, nyʊ-/
Definitions of neuroglia word
- noun neuroglia a class of cells in the brain and spinal cord that form a supporting structure for the neurons and provide them with insulation. 1
- noun neuroglia (cytology) glial cell. 1
- noun neuroglia the connective tissue, consisting of a special type of branched cells, that binds together and supports the nerve tissue of the central nervous system 0
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Origin of neuroglia
First appearance:
before 1870 One of the 26% newest English words
1870-75; neuro- + Late Greek glía glue
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Parts of speech for Neuroglia
noun
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preposition
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neuroglia popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 62% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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