Nerve endings are specialized structures found at the end of nerve cells that allow them to detect and respond to stimuli. The crossword solutions for the term 'nerve ending' are 'RECEPTOR' (8 letters) and 'softspot' (8 letters). A RECEPTOR is a protein molecule that binds to specific molecules, such as hormones or neurotransmitters, and triggers a response in the cell. Softspot is a term used to describe the area of the body where nerve endings are particularly sensitive, such as the fingertips or the back of the neck.