exoneural

/ɛksəˈnjuːrəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affecting the region of the nerve outside the central nervous system

“The exoneural damage was a direct result of the infection.”

2. noun

a cell or nerve process that is outside the central nervous system but still in communication with it

“The exoneural connections in the brain allowed for faster communication.”

Synonyms

  • extraneural
  • peripheral

Antonyms

  • central
  • intrinsic