synapse
A synapse is a connection between two brain cells that helps them talk to each other. This tiny link allows neurons to send and receive signals.
When we say "synapse," it usually refers to how our brains process information and learn new things. When you're learning a new language or skill, what's happening in your brain is like wiring up lots of synapses – they're making connections between different cells so that your brain can understand the new concepts. This is why, after some time practicing, you might find it easier to remember certain words or phrases, because your brain has built more pathways between those cells.
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noun
The junction between the terminal of a neuron and either another neuron or a muscle or gland cell, over which nerve impulses pass.
verb
To form a synapse.
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