neural tube

noun

: the hollow longitudinal dorsal tube formed by infolding and subsequent fusion of the opposite ectodermal folds in the vertebrate embryo that gives rise to the brain and spinal cord

Examples of neural tube in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Dangers of pesticides Pesticides have been linked in studies to premature births, congenital malformations such as neural tube defects, spontaneous abortions and an increase in genetic damage in humans. —Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 11 June 2025

Folate is necessary in higher amounts during pregnancy to prevent neural tube defects.11 3. —Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 29 May 2025

Both are sources of vitamin B9 and essential nutrients that help prevent neural tube defects (NTDs), a type of congenital malformation. —Jennifer Lefton, Ms, Rd/n, Cnsc, Fand, Verywell Health, 7 Apr. 2025

Folate is essential for neural tube development and lowers the risk of spina bifida and other spinal cord health conditions.517 A Word From Verywell Orange juice can contribute to a healthy diet and has great health benefits. —Aviv Joshua, Ms, Verywell Health, 11 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for neural tube

• hypercube
• nanotube
• phototube
• boob
• cube
• lube
• rube

Medical Definition

neural tube

noun

: the hollow longitudinal dorsal tube that is formed by infolding and subsequent fusion of the opposite ectodermal folds in the vertebrate embryo and gives rise to the brain and spinal cord