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- [sin-aps, si-naps]
- /ˈsɪn æps, sɪˈnæps/
- /ˈsaɪ.næps/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [sin-aps, si-naps]
- /ˈsɪn æps, sɪˈnæps/
Definitions of synapses word
- noun synapses a region where nerve impulses are transmitted and received, encompassing the axon terminal of a neuron that releases neurotransmitters in response to an impulse, an extremely small gap across which the neurotransmitters travel, and the adjacent membrane of an axon, dendrite, or muscle or gland cell with the appropriate receptor molecules for picking up the neurotransmitters. 1
- verb without object synapses Cell Biology, Physiology. to form a synapse or a synapsis. 1
- noun plural synapses Also called syndesis. Cell Biology. the pairing of homologous chromosomes, one from each parent, during early meiosis. 1
- noun plural synapses Physiology. synapse. 1
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Origin of synapses
First appearance:
before 1895 One of the 18% newest English words
1895-1900; back formation from synapses, plural of synapsis
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Parts of speech for Synapses
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synapses popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 85% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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