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Definition of neuroimaging

neuroimaging

/ˌnʊr.oʊˈɪm.ɪ.dʒɪŋ/
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• noun

1

The process of producing images of the structure or activity of the brain or other parts of the nervous system.

Example

"Advancements in neuroimaging have allowed researchers to observe precisely which areas of the brain light up during complex cognitive tasks."

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neurodivergent
neurodiverse
neurodiversity
neuroimaging
neuroinvasive
neurologic
neurological

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 20th century, combining the Greek-derived prefix 'neuro-' (nerve) with 'imaging', reflecting the development of advanced brain-scanning technologies like MRI and PET.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Neuroimaging. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/neuroimaging
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