ASTROCYTES
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Astrocytes.
Astrocytes - as a noun
Comparatively large neuroglial cell
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
glial cellneurogliacyteneuroglial cellHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Reactive astrocytes are observed in response to brain injury or inflammation."
"The communication between astrocytes and neurons is bidirectional."
"These astrocytes play a crucial role in supporting and protecting nerve cells."
"One of the main functions of astrocytes is to maintain the balance of chemicals in the brain."
"The dysfunction of astrocytes has been implicated in various neurodegenerative diseases."
Word Game Points
Is ASTROCYTES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, astrocytes is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ASTROCYTES has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is ASTROCYTES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, astrocytes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordASTROCYTES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is ASTROCYTES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, astrocytes is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordASTROCYTES has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.