Definition of parasympathetic

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Definition of parasympathetic

  • 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 (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. parasympathetic nervous system
  • of or relating to the parasympathetic nervous system ()

See definition of parasympathetic in Merriam Webster