Definition

A substance that is produced during the decay of biological tissues and is related to choline.

Example

The scientist studied the effects of neurine on the decomposition process.

Conversation

I was reading about neurine and its role in the body.

Really? What did you find out about it?

It’s interesting how it forms during the breakdown of tissues.

Yeah, I had no idea it was related to putrefaction like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Neurine is derived from the Greek word "neuron" (meaning nerve) and the suffix "-ine" (used to form names of substances). The word "neurine" refers to a substance related to nerves or nerve tissue.

Memory Tip

Think of 'neuron' which relates to nerves, and remember that 'neurine' is a substance associated with nerve tissue.

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