DEMYELINATION - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

loss of the myelin covering of some nerve fibers resulting in their impaired function

Categories: Degenerative disorder

Synonyms

Demyelination

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