innervation

innervation definition - medical

in·ner·va·tion (ĭnˌər-vāˈshən)

noun
  1. The arrangement or distribution of nerves to an organ or body part.
  2. The amount or degree of stimulation of a muscle or organ by nerves.

Related Forms:

  • inˌner·vaˈtion·al (-shə-nəl) adjective

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