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Parasympathetic   /pˌɛrəsˌɪmpəθˈɛtɪk/   Listen
Parasympathetic

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 nervous system.






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



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