Definition

Relating to a substance that forms a protective covering around nerve fibers in the body.

Example

The myelinic sheath helps speed up the transmission of nerve signals.

Conversation

Did you know that myelinic sheaths are crucial for nerve signal transmission?

Yeah, I read that they help speed up the signals in our body.

Exactly! Without healthy myelinic layers, our communication would be so slow.

Right! It’s fascinating how our body works in such intricate ways.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Myelinic → It is formed from "myelin" (from Greek "myelos", meaning marrow) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "myelinic" refers to something that pertains to or is related to myelin, the substance that forms a sheath around nerve fibers.

Memory Tip

Think of 'myelin' as the protective covering around nerve fibers, and remember that 'myelinic' means something related to that protective sheath.

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