nerve cell

noun

1

: a grayish or reddish granular cell with specialized processes that is the fundamental functional unit of nervous tissue transmitting and receiving nerve impulses : neuron

2

: cell body

Examples of nerve cell in a Sentence

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Over time, these things can damage neurons (nerve cells that send and receive signals from your brain) and disrupt communication.24 Eating a high-sugar diet that lacks essential nutrients that support brain health, like antioxidants and omega-3s, can further increase the risk of cognitive decline. —Lauren Panoff, Mph, Rd, Verywell Health, 4 Nov. 2024

Pecans Rich in potassium and magnesium, pecans help stimulate the functioning of the nervous system as these two chemical elements are involved in exchanges between nerve cells and help to advance nerve impulses to the brain. —Jeanne Ballion, Vogue, 31 Oct. 2024

In an initial infection, herpes viruses invade cells on the body's surfaces, but then go into hiding in nerve cells. —Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 5 Sep. 2024

Adequate protein intake is necessary to produce neurotransmitters, which transmit messages from one nerve cell to other nerve cells in the body.9 When Is the Best Time To Have Protein and Coffee? —Devineé Lingo, M.s., Health, 4 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1840, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

nerve cell

noun

: neuron

also : cell body

Medical Definition

nerve cell

noun

1

: a grayish or reddish granular cell with specialized processes that is the fundamental functional unit of nervous tissue : neuron

2

: cell body