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synapse

/ˈsɪæps/

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What does synapse mean?

noun

  1. The junction between the terminal of a neuron and either another neuron or a muscle or gland cell, over which nerve impulses pass.

verb

  1. To form a synapse.
  2. To undergo synapsis.
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IPA pronunciation

/ˈsɪæps/

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