Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dendron

noun
/ˈdɛn.drɒn/
Definition
A dendron is a tree-like structure or an anatomical term that typically refers to the branching part of a neuron that receives signals from other neurons.
Examples
  • The dendron of the neuron plays a crucial role in signal transmission.
  • Plants such as the pine tree exemplify natural dendron-like structures.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘dendron’ can also refer to anything resembling a tree in structure or form.
Synonyms
  • Branch
  • Trunk
  • Tree structure
  • Neuron branches