MYELINE Synonyms
There is 0 hypernym of the word myeline. (close relations)
Definition of MYELINE
myelinated
Best Alternative Words for MYELINE
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casing | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the housing or outer covering of something • the outermost covering of a pneumatic tire • the enclosing frame around a door or window opening | ||||||||
coating | nounn | |||||||
noun • a thin layer covering something • a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance) • a heavy fabric suitable for coats • the work of applying something | ||||||||
covering | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||||
noun • a natural object that covers or envelops • an artifact that covers something else (usually to protect or shelter or conceal it) • the act of concealing the existence of something by obstructing the view of it • the act of protecting something by covering it • the work of applying something | ||||||||
insulation | nounn | |||||||
noun • the state of being isolated or detached • insulating material that reduces or prevents the transmission of heat or sound or electricity • the act of protecting something by surrounding it with material that reduces or prevents the transmission of sound or heat or electricity | ||||||||
sheath | nounn | |||||||
noun • a protective covering (as for a knife or sword) • an enveloping structure or covering enclosing an animal or plant organ or part • a dress suitable for formal occasions | ||||||||
wrapping | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||||
noun • the covering (usually paper or cellophane) in which something is wrapped • an enveloping bandage | ||||||||
medulla | nounn | |||||||
noun • a white fatty substance that forms a medullary sheath around the axis cylinder of some nerve fibers • lower or hindmost part of the brain; continuous with spinal cord; (`bulb' is an old term for medulla oblongata) • the inner part of an organ or structure in plant or animal | ||||||||
myelin | nounn | |||||||
noun • a white fatty substance that forms a medullary sheath around the axis cylinder of some nerve fibers |