electrotonic Meaning, Definition & Usage

E*lec`tro*ton"ic adjective

Definitions

1. (Physics) Of or pertaining to electrical tension; -- said of a supposed peculiar condition of a conducting circuit during its exposure to the action of another conducting circuit traversed by a uniform electric current when both circuits remain stationary. Faraday.
2. (Physiol.) Relating to electrotonus; as, the electrotonic condition of a nerve.