noun Download 🔗Share A slender projection of a nerve cell which conducts nerve impulses from a synapse to the body of the cell; a dendron. Examples : "The dendrites of a neuron receive signals from other neurons, allowing us to learn and remember new information. " anatomy physiology biology medicine organ part structure biochemistry science Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share Slender cell process emanating from the cell bodies of dendritic cells and follicular dendritic cells of the immune system. Examples : ""The dendritic cells of the immune system use dendrites to capture antigens, helping the body identify and fight off infections." " biology anatomy Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share Tree-like structure of crystals growing as material crystallizes Examples : "During the snowstorm, we saw beautiful dendrites forming on the windowpane as the water froze into intricate, branching ice crystals. " material structure chemistry geology Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A hermit who lived in a tree Examples : "The dendrites were a peculiar sight, perched high in their arboreal homes, rarely descending to the ground. " religion person being soul philosophy Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading