synapse — A junction between two nerve cells, consisting of a minute gap across which impulses pass by diffusion of a neurotransmitter
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A junction between two nerve cells, consisting of a minute gap across which impulses pass by diffusion of a neurotransmitter
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsaɪnæps/
Korean meaning: 신경세포 간의 접합부, 신경전달물질을 통해 신호가 전달되는 미세한 틈
Korean pronunciation: **사이**냅스
Example Sentences
- When you forget where you put your keys, blame it on weak synapses, not old age!
- Learning new skills creates new synaptic connections in the brain.
- Coffee helps my synapses fire faster in the morning.
synapse
NOUN//ˈsaɪnæps//
A junction between two nerve cells, consisting of a minute gap across which impulses pass by diffusion of a neurotransmitter
A junction between two nerve cells, consisting of a minute gap across which impulses pass by diffusion of a neurotransmitter
When synapses collapse, perhaps hope remains!
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Origin
1897년 영국의 생리학자 찰스 셰링턴이 그리스어에서 만들어낸 용어로, '함께 결합하다'라는 의미에서 유래
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“When you forget where you put your keys, blame it on weak synapses, not old age!”
“Learning new skills creates new synaptic connections in the brain.”
“Coffee helps my synapses fire faster in the morning.”
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