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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

dendrite

/dɛnˈdraɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does dendrite mean?

noun

A branching, tree-like extension of a neuron, typically receiving synaptic inputs from other neurons. In geology, a dendrite is a branching, tree-like structure of rock or mineral.

Example

"The neuroscientist studied the dendrites of the brain cells to understand their role in learning and memory."

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