Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
efference
Noun
/ˈɛfərəns/
Definition
The act of carrying signals away from a central point of control, particularly in the context of the nervous system.
Examples
- The nervous system relies on efference to coordinate movement and response.
- When you decide to move your arm, the efferent signals from the brain trigger the necessary muscles.
Meaning
Efference refers to the process by which the brain transmits signals to the muscles and glands, prompting them to take action or respond to stimuli.
Synonyms
- Motor signal
- Outgoing transmission
- Impulse
