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Meaning of "neurotransmitter" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF NEUROTRANSMITTER

neurotransmitter  [ˌnjʊərəʊtrænzˈmɪtə] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF NEUROTRANSMITTER

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Neurotransmitter is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES NEUROTRANSMITTER MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Neurotransmitter

Neurotransmitters are endogenous chemicals that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another 'target' neuron. Neurotransmitters are packaged into synaptic vesicles clustered beneath the membrane in the axon terminal, on the presynaptic side of a synapse. Neurotransmitters are released into and diffuse across the synaptic cleft, where they bind to specific receptors in the membrane on the postsynaptic side of the synapse. Many neurotransmitters are synthesized from plentiful and simple precursors, such as amino acids, which are readily available from the diet and which require only a small number of biosynthetic steps to convert. Most neurotransmitters are about the size of a single amino acid, but some neurotransmitters may be the size of larger proteins or peptides. A neurotransmitter is available only briefly – before rapid deactivation – to bind to the postsynaptic receptors. Deactivation may occur due to: the removal of neurotransmitter by re-uptake into the presynaptic terminal; or degradative enzymes in the synaptic cleft.

Definition of neurotransmitter in the English dictionary

The definition of neurotransmitter in the dictionary is a chemical by which a nerve cell communicates with another nerve cell or with a muscle.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH NEUROTRANSMITTER


accelerometer
ækˌsɛləˈrɒmɪtə
admitter
ædˈmɪtə
committer
kəˈmɪtə
diameter
daɪˈæmɪtə
emitter
ɪˈmɪtə
intermitter
ˌɪntəˈmɪtə
intermittor
ˌɪntəˈmɪtə
limiter
ˈlɪmɪtə
manumitter
ˌmænjʊˈmɪtə
microtransmitter
ˌmaɪkrəʊtrænzˈmɪtə
omitter
əʊˈmɪtə
parameter
pəˈræmɪtə
perimeter
pəˈrɪmɪtə
permitter
pəˈmɪtə
pretermitter
ˌpriːtəˈmɪtə
remitter
rɪˈmɪtə
remittor
rɪˈmɪtə
submitter
səbˈmɪtə
thermometer
θəˈmɒmɪtə
transmitter
trænzˈmɪtə

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE NEUROTRANSMITTER

neurosis
neurospora
neurosurgeon
neurosurgery
neurosurgical
neurosurgically
neurosyphilis
neurotic
neurotically
neuroticism
neurotomies
neurotomist
neurotomy
neurotoxic
neurotoxicity
neurotoxin
neurotrophic
neurotrophy
neurotropic
neurovascular

WORDS THAT END LIKE NEUROTRANSMITTER

acquitter
baby-sitter
beam splitter
better
bitter
critter
fitter
glitter
hitter
jitter
knitter
litter
outfitter
quitter
ritter
Salzgitter
sitter
skitter
splitter
twitter
witter

Synonyms and antonyms of neurotransmitter in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «neurotransmitter» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF NEUROTRANSMITTER

Find out the translation of neurotransmitter to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of neurotransmitter from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «neurotransmitter» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

神经递质
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

neurotransmisor
570 millions of speakers

English

neurotransmitter
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

न्यूरोट्रांसमीटर
380 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Arabic

ناقل عصبي
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

нейротрансмиттер
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

neurotransmissor
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

নিউরোট্রান্সমিটার
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

neurotransmetteur
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Neurotransmitter
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Neurotransmitter
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

神経伝達物質
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

신경 전달 물질
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Neurotransmitter
85 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Vietnamese

dẫn truyền thần kinh
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

நரம்பியத்தாண்டுவிப்பியாக
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

न्यूरोट्रांसमीटर
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

nörotransmitter
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

neurotrasmettitore
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

neuroprzekaźnik
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

нейротрансмиттер
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

neurotransmitator
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

νευροδιαβιβαστή
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

neurotransmitter
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

signalsubstans
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

nevrotransmitter
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of neurotransmitter

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «NEUROTRANSMITTER»

The term «neurotransmitter» is quite widely used and occupies the 44.053 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «NEUROTRANSMITTER» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about neurotransmitter

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «NEUROTRANSMITTER»

Discover the use of neurotransmitter in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to neurotransmitter and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Neurotransmitters, Drugs and Brain Function
It also, includes numerous illustrations and schematic diagrams. This book aims to cover the role of neurotransmitters, the substances released form neurons to act on neurons.
Roy Webster, 2001
2
Neurotransmitter Interactions and Cognitive Function
The researchers who contributed to this volume both reviewed the latest findings but also point to the directions of advancement of the field of neurotransmitter interactions and cognitive function.
Edward D. Levin, 2006
3
Neurobiology of DOPA as a Neurotransmitter
Edited by experts in the field, the breadth and depth of information contained in this book is confirmed by a quick scan of the chapter authors.
Yoshimi Misu, Yoshio Goshima, 2005
4
Neurotransmitter Receptors in Actions of Antipsychotic ...
The book also includes a survey of the future perspectives in drug design. Each year, pharmaceutical companies invest billions of dollars in developing hundreds of medications to treat psychiatric disorders.
Michael S. Lidow, 2000
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Neurotransmitter Release and Its Modulation: Biochemical ...
A uniquely comprehensive and integrated account of neurotransmitter modulation. Suitable for neuroscientists and non-specialists alike.
David A. Powis, Stephen J. Bunn, 1995
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Molecular Mechanisms of Neurotransmitter Release
Presented here are a collection of methods of practical design, calculation and numerical examples that illustrate how organized, analytical reasoning can lead to the discovery of clear, direct solutions, especially in the areas of ...
Zhao-Wen Wang, 2010
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Dendritic Neurotransmitter Release
This text will highlight the mechanisms and consequences of dendritic transmitter release, with an emphasis on the mechanisms that generate such processingnbsp;and how these can induce state-dependent plasticity in the processing.
Mike Ludwig, 2005
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Neurotransmitter Receptors
This comprehensive compilation provides a wealth of information on receptor sequences produced by recombinant DNA techniques used in combination with classical biochemistry.
F. Hucho, 1994
9
The Neurotransmitter Revolution: Serotonin, Social Behavior, ...
This book is an essential step in that direction, providing the first comprehensive survey of the biochemical, social, and legal considerations arising from research on the behavioral effects of serotonin and related neurotransmitters.
Roger D. Masters, Michael T. McGuire, 1994
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Neurotransmitter Transporters
By GARY RUDNICK Introduction Neurotransmitter transporters are molecular machines and, like other machines, they require an input of energy in order to perform useful work. The work of these machines is to move a neurotransmitter across ...
Susan G. Amara, 1998

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «NEUROTRANSMITTER»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term neurotransmitter is used in the context of the following news items.
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Remote-control device releases drugs right into the brain
If this sounds familiar, dopamine is the same neurotransmitter in humans that controls risk-taking behavior like gambling. Pictured is a mouse ... «ExtremeTech, Jul 15»
2
One-two punch to Parkinson's: Patients get relief from boxing therapy
Parkinson's is a neurological disorder that affects the nerve cells in the brain that produce dopamine, a neurotransmitter that passes messages ... «Janesville Gazette, Jul 15»
3
Nurturing The Brain – Part 6, Resveratrol
Glutamate is a major neurotransmitter in the central nervous system that, when excessively accumulated extracellularly, can induce a calcium ... «Brain Blogger, Jul 15»
4
More power to your nap
... your sensory perception. » Napping helps in the secretion of serotonin, a neurotransmitter which regulates mood, sleep and appetite. «Mumbai Mirror, Jul 15»
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Portage's Biohaven Announces IND Filing for BHV-0223 for Phase 1 …
... exclusively target the monoamine neurotransmitter systems. While there are numerous approved first-line medications for these disorders, ... «PR Newswire, Jul 15»
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Australians Living By The Beach Are Having The Most Sex, Says …
According to researchers at the Human Neurotransmitter Laboratory and the Baker Heart Research Institute in Australia, our serotonin levels ... «Bustle, Jul 15»
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Now 'switch' off coke addiction using this protein
Cocaine affects the brain by increasing the level of dopamine, a neurotransmitter that plays important roles in many brain functions, including ... «The Siasat Daily, Jul 15»
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Investigational Neurotransmitter May Enhance Treatment for …
WASHINGTON — Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of cognitive dysfunction in the elderly and contributes to the significant ... «Psychiatry Advisor, Jul 15»
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Best Vitamins and Supplements to Treat ADHD
Zinc regulates the neurotransmitter dopamine, and it may make methylphenidate more effective by improving the brain's response to dopamine. Magnesium is ... «ADDitude, Jul 15»
10
Paddle Healthy | Top Four Can't Miss Minerals
Plus, getting enough zinc can help boost cognition and mental focus, as it helps regulate the neurotransmitter dopamine. In addition to loading ... «SUP Magazine, Jul 15»

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« EDUCALINGO. Neurotransmitter [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/neurotransmitter>. Apr 2024 ».
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