noun
Anatomical term for the supportive tissue of the nervous system, distinct from neurons.
神経膠は神経細胞を支える働きをする。
Neuroglia functions to support nerve cells.
Common katakana term for glial cells, often used in modern biological contexts.
Compound of 神経 (nerve) and 膠 (glue), reflecting the historical view of glia as the 'glue' of the nervous system.