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The Clue
One of about 100 billion in the human brain (6 letter answer)
The Answer
NEURON
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Notes
The answer NEURON is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 750 puzzles.
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Definition
NEURON as a noun:
1. (nerve cell, neuron) = a cell that is specialized to conduct nerve impulses