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parasympathetic

noun /pærəsɪmpəθɛtɪk/ 6 syllables 15 letters Scrabble 29 WWF 31
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noun

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

of or relating to the parasympathetic nervous system

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