About The Word Parasympathetic

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Parasympathetic

Parasympathetic Meaning & Definition
Parasympathetic Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Parasympathetic?

[n] 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
[adj] of or relating to the parasympathetic nervous system

Synonyms | Synonyms for Parasympathetic: parasympathetic nervous system

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See Also | ANS | autonomic nervous system | nervous system | systema nervosum

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