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Parasympathetic nervous system   /pˌɛrəsˌɪmpəθˈɛtɪk nˈərvəs sˈɪstəm/   Listen
Parasympathetic nervous system

noun
1.
Originates in the brain stem and lower part of the spinal cord; opposes physiological effects of the sympathetic nervous system: stimulates digestive secretions; slows the heart; constricts the pupils; dilates blood vessels.  Synonym: parasympathetic.






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Words linked to "Parasympathetic nervous system" :   autonomic nervous system, systema nervosum, parasympathetic, ANS, nervous system



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