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Meaning of ASTROCYTE

 
WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
[n]  comparatively large neuroglial cell
 

ASTROCYTE is a 9 letter word that starts with A.

 

 See Also: astroglia, fibrous astrocyte, glial cell, macroglia, neurogliacyte, neuroglial cell, protoplasmic astrocyte

 

 

Biology Dictionary
 
 Definition: A star-shaped cell of the nervous system which provides nutrients, support and insulation for neurons.
 

 

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