Dendrite(noun)
A branched extension of a nerve cell that receives signals from other cells.
Hindi meaning:तंत्रिका कोशिका की शाखा
Synonyms: Neuronal Branch, Nerve Projection, Cytoplasmic Process, Receptive Process
Antonyms: Axon, Cell Body, Terminal, Soma
Example: Each dendrite receives electrical signals from neighbouring neurons.
Trick to remember: Dendrite looks like a tree branch that receives messages for a neuron.
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