1. relating to or denoting nerve fibers or neurons that release acetylcholine as a neurotransmitter
Usage: medical/scientific term; commonly used in neurology and pharmacology
2. of or relating to the effects produced by acetylcholine or by cholinergic nerve fibers
Usage: medical/scientific term

Examples

• Cholinergic neurons play a crucial role in muscle contraction and memory formation.
• The drug blocks cholinergic receptors in the brain.
• Acetylcholine is the primary neurotransmitter in cholinergic synapses.
• Cholinergic dysfunction has been linked to Alzheimer's disease.
• The parasympathetic nervous system relies heavily on cholinergic signaling.
• Cholinergic agonists can be used to treat certain neurological conditions.