Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dendritic
adjective
/dɛnˈdritɪk/
Definition
Relating to or resembling a tree structure.
Examples
- The dendritic structure of the neurons allows for efficient signal transmission.
- Many minerals form dendritic patterns that are beautiful and complex.
Meaning
The term ‘dendritic’ is often used to describe something that has a branching pattern similar to that of a tree, such as the structure of certain cells or patterns in nature.
Synonyms
- branched
- tree-like
- arborescent
