neuron

IPA: nˈʊrɑn

(cytology) A cell of the nervous system, which conducts nerve impulses; consisting of an axon and several dendrites. Neurons are connected by synapses.
(zoology) A nervure of an insect's wing.
(artificial intelligence) an artificial neuron (mathematical function serving as an essential unit of an artificial neural network)

Examples of "neuron" in Sentences

Neurons are the basic building blocks of the nervous system, responsible for transmitting information throughout the body
The firing of a neuron can trigger a cascade of electrical impulses that travel along its axon
Damage to neurons can result in communication breakdowns within the brain and spinal cord
Neurons have specialized structures, such as dendrites and axons, that help them send and receive signals
Research shows that neurons are capable of forming new connections and adapting to changes in the environment