neurocyte

/njuːroʊˈsaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A mature nerve cell, especially one in the central nervous system.

“The neurocyte was studied using advanced imaging techniques.”

2. noun

A type of neuron that has been differentiated from a neural stem cell.

“The researchers were able to isolate and study neurocytes in the developing brain.”

Synonyms

  • nerve cell
  • neuron

Antonyms

  • fibroblast
  • immune cell