Ganglions

/ˈɡæŋɡliənz/ noun

Definition

The plural of ganglion; multiple nerve clusters or junction points throughout the nervous system.

Etymology

From ganglion plus the standard English plural suffix -s. This basic pluralization is the most common way to refer to multiple ganglia in modern English.

Kelly Says

Your body has bunches of ganglions—parasympathetic ganglia near your organs, sympathetic ganglia running along your spine—all coordinating different bodily functions independently. It's like having mini-brains scattered throughout your body!

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