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postsynaptic

The English word “postsynaptic” has 1 meaning listed here.

adjective

  1. In a synapse, of or pertaining to the neuron that bears receptors for neurotransmitter released into the synaptic cleft by the presynaptic neuron.

Etymology

From post- + synaptic.

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