presynaptic

[ pree-si-nap-tik ]
/ ˌpri sɪˈnæp tɪk /

adjective Physiology.

being or occurring on the transmitting end of a discharge across a synapse.

Origin of presynaptic

1905–10; pre- + synaptic

OTHER WORDS FROM presynaptic

pre·syn·ap·ti·cal·ly, adverb

Words nearby presynaptic

presumptive heir, presumptuous, presuppose, presuppurative, presurmise, presynaptic, presynaptic membrane, presystole, presystolic gallop, presystolic murmur, presystolic thrill

Medical definitions for presynaptic

presynaptic
[ prē′sĭ-năp′tĭk ]

adj.

Relating to the area on the proximal side of a synaptic gap.