Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
neur
Prefix
/nʊr/
Definition
A prefix that relates to nerves or the nervous system.
Examples
- Neurobiology studies the biology of the nervous system.
- Neurology is the branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system.
- Neuroscience explores the structure and function of the nervous system.
Meaning
The term ‘neur’ comes from the Greek word ‘neuron’, which means nerve. It is commonly used in medical and biological contexts to denote elements associated with nerves.
Synonyms
- nerve-
- nervous-
- neuro-
