neuro-

Definition

Relating to the nerves, nervous tissue, or the nervous system.

Etymology

From Ancient Greek νευρο- (neuro-), combining form of νεῦρον (neûron, “sinew, tendon, cord”). By surface analysis, neur- + -o-.

Example Sentences

• "neuro- + dynamics → neurodynamics"
• "neuro- + pathy → neuropathy"
• "neuro- + spinal → neurospinal"