Meaning of the word synapse in English
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synapse
US /ˈsaɪ.næps/
UK /ˈsaɪ.næps/
Noun
a junction between two nerve cells, consisting of a minute gap across which impulses pass by diffusion of a neurotransmitter
Example:
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Neurotransmitters are released into the synapse to transmit signals.
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The strength of a synapse can change over time, affecting learning and memory.