Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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parasympathetic | Yes | Yes | No | No |
systema nervosum | Yes | No | No | No |
parasympathetic (noun) | systema nervosum (noun) |
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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 | the sensory and control apparatus consisting of a network of nerve cells |
parasympathetic (adjective) | systema nervosum (adjective) |
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of or relating to the parasympathetic nervous system |