Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of microglia, which are a type of glial cell found in the central nervous system, involved in immune responses and tissue repair.

“Microglial cells play a crucial role in the clearance of pathogens and dead neurons from the brain.”

2. adjective

relating to or characteristic of microglia.

“The microglial activity in the brain was observed to increase in response to inflammation.”

3. noun

a microglia cell.

“Microglial cells are the first line of defense against infection in the central nervous system.”