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efferent

The correct spelling is efferent.

How to pronounce efferent

noun

IPA: /ˈɛ.fə.rənt/

Say it like: Eff-ere-nt

The correct spelling is efferent. A duct or stream that carries away. For example: "An efferent nerve carries impulses from the brain to the body."

Usage Examples

An efferent nerve carries impulses from the brain to the body.

Efferent impulses are those conveyed by the motor or efferent nerves from the central nervous organ outwards.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A duct or stream that carries away.

adjective

  1. 1.Carrying away from.
  2. 2.Carried outward.

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