Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Nephron.
Nephron - as a noun
Any of the small tubules that are the excretory units of the vertebrate kidney
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
uriniferous tubuleExample Sentences
"The nephron is the basic structural and functional unit of the kidney."
"Each kidney contains about a million nephrons."
"The filtration process in the nephron helps remove waste products from the blood."
"The nephron regulates the concentration of various substances in the body fluids."
"Damage to the nephron can lead to kidney dysfunction."
Word Game Points
Is NEPHRON a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, nephron is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
NEPHRON has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is NEPHRON a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, nephron is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordNEPHRON has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is NEPHRON a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, nephron is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordNEPHRON has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
