noun
glial cell; neuroglia
Anatomical term for non-neuronal cells in the nervous system that support and protect neurons.
グリア細胞は神経細胞を支える役割を持つ。
Glial cells have the role of supporting neurons.
Neuron; the electrically excitable cell that transmits signals, whereas グリア細胞 provides support and insulation.
From German 'Glia' (from Greek 'glía' meaning 'glue') + 細胞 (cell).