Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nerve-branch
Noun
/nɜrv bræntʃ/
Definition
A nerve-branch is a part of a nerve that diverges from the main nerve trunk and extends to supply different regions of the body.
Examples
- The sciatic nerve has several nerve-branches that supply the lower limbs.
- Injury to a nerve-branch can lead to loss of sensation or muscle function in the affected area.
Meaning
In anatomy, a nerve-branch refers to the subdivisions of a nerve that carry signals to particular areas, such as skin, muscles, or organs.
Synonyms
- nerve fiber
- nerve fiber branch
- nerve terminal
