1. the junction between two nerve cells where nerve impulses are transmitted
Usage: biology; anatomy

1. to form a synapse or connect through synapses
Usage: biology; technical

Examples

• The synapse allows electrical signals to pass from one neuron to another.
• Neurotransmitters are released at the synapse to carry messages between brain cells.
• Scientists study how synapses form during brain development.
• Damaged synapses can affect memory and learning abilities.
• The neurons synapse with each other to create neural networks.
• When nerve cells synapse properly, they enable smooth muscle movement.