1. a branched extension of a nerve cell that receives signals from other neurons
Usage: biology; anatomy
2. a crystal or mineral formation with a branching, tree-like structure
Usage: geology; mineralogy

Examples

• The dendrites of the neuron receive chemical signals from neighboring cells.
• Damage to dendrites can impair nerve signal transmission.
• Scientists studied the dendrite patterns in brain tissue samples.
• The rock contained beautiful dendrite formations that looked like tiny trees.
• Manganese dendrites created dark, branching patterns in the limestone.
• The dendrite structure helps maximize the surface area for signal reception.
• Geologists identified the mineral dendrites under the microscope.