Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
afferent
adjective
/ˈæf.ər.ənt/
Definition
Related to nerves or pathways that carry sensory information toward the central nervous system.
Examples
- The afferent neurons transmit sensory data to the central nervous system.
- In the reflex arc, the afferent pathway plays a crucial role in responding to stimuli.
- The afferent signals from the eyes are processed in the brain to create visual perception.
Meaning
Afferent refers to the direction of nerve impulses that send signals from the body to the brain or spinal cord.
Synonyms
- Sensory
- Incoming
- Adductory
