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Axons

Verb / ˈæˌksɑ:nz / Another word for axons — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Axons are the long thread-like part of a nerve cell that carries impulses away from the cell body.

Synonyms & similar words

axon axone

Example sentences

  1. Axons help us feel things like touch and pain.
  2. The axons in our brain help us think and remember.
  3. Nerve impulses travel along axons to reach different parts of our body.
  4. Axons are like the highways of our nervous system.
  5. The axons in our eyes help us see.

Quotes

  • The axons of our nerves are like the cables that connect all the parts of our body. - Unknown
  • The power of our thoughts flows through the axons of our mind. - Unknown
  • Just like the branches of a tree, axons reach out to connect and communicate. - Unknown

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