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Definition of Motor neuron
1. Noun. A neuron conducting impulses outwards from the brain or spinal cord.
Exact synonyms: Efferent Neuron, Motoneuron, Motor Nerve Fiber
Generic synonyms: Nerve Cell, Neuron
Group relationships: Efferent, Efferent Nerve, Motor Nerve
Generic synonyms: Nerve Cell, Neuron
Group relationships: Efferent, Efferent Nerve, Motor Nerve
Definition of Motor neuron
1. Noun. (neuroanatomy) A neuron located in the central nervous system that projects its axon outside the CNS and directly or indirectly control muscles. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Medical Definition of Motor neuron
1. Synonym for motoneuron. This entry appears with permission from the Dictionary of Cell and Molecular Biology (11 Mar 2008)
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