NEUROGLIA
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Neuroglia.
Neuroglia - as a noun
Sustentacular tissue that surrounds and supports neurons in the central nervous system; glial and neural cells together compose the tissue of the central nervous system
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gliaHypernyms (Closely Related)
interstitial tissueHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The neuroglia in the central nervous system includes astrocytes, oligodendrocytes, and microglia."
"Damage to neuroglia can lead to neurological disorders."
"The main function of neuroglia is to assist in the communication between neurons."
"The neuroglia protect neurons from harmful substances by engulfing them."
"Certain types of neuroglia participate in the repair and regeneration of damaged neurons."
Word Game Points
Is NEUROGLIA a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, neuroglia is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
NEUROGLIA has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is NEUROGLIA a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, neuroglia is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordNEUROGLIA has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is NEUROGLIA a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, neuroglia is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordNEUROGLIA has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
