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Sensory Neuron.
Sensory Neuron - as a noun
A neuron conducting impulses inwards to the brain or spinal cord
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
afferent neuronExample Sentences
"The sensory neuron carries signals from the skin to the spinal cord."
"Damage to sensory neurons can result in loss of sensation."
"The stimulation of sensory neurons can trigger reflex actions."
"A sensory neuron responds to external stimuli such as touch or temperature."
"The sensory neurons located in the nose enable us to detect different smells."