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Innervated: meaning, definitions and examples

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innervated

 

[ ˌɪnərˈveɪtɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

biological function

The term 'innervated' refers to tissues or organs that are supplied with nerves. This process is crucial for the functioning of muscles and glands, as it allows for communication between the nervous system and these tissues. Innervation can affect activities such as movement, sensation, and reflexes. It can occur in various systems within the body, including the muscular and sensory systems.

Synonyms

activated, nerved, supplied

Examples of usage

  • The heart is innervated by autonomic nerves.
  • Muscle fibers are innervated to facilitate contraction.
  • The skin is richly innervated for sensation.

Translations

Translations of the word "innervated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inervado

🇮🇳 इनरवेटेड

🇩🇪 innerviert

🇮🇩 diinnervasi

🇺🇦 інервований

🇵🇱 unerwowany

🇯🇵 神経支配された

🇫🇷 innervé

🇪🇸 inervado

🇹🇷 innerve

🇰🇷 신경지배된

🇸🇦 مُعَصَّب

🇨🇿 inervovaný

🇸🇰 inervovaný

🇨🇳 神经支配的

🇸🇮 inerviran

🇮🇸 taugjaður

🇰🇿 иннервацияланған

🇬🇪 ინერვირებული

🇦🇿 innervasiya edilmiş

🇲🇽 inervado

Word origin

The word 'innervated' originates from the Latin word 'innervare', which means 'to supply with nerves'. It consists of the prefix 'in-', which denotes 'into' or 'within', and 'nervare', derived from 'nervus', meaning 'nerve'. The term gained traction in the biological sciences during the 19th century as advancements were made in understanding the nervous system's role in animal physiology. By the late 19th and early 20th centuries, 'innervated' became a common term in medical and biological literature, reflecting the increasing complexity of neuroanatomy and physiology. Its usage continues to be significant in contemporary discussions of both human and animal biology.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,942, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.