cho·li·ner·gic (k  l -nûr j k)adj. 1. Activated by or capable of liberating acetylcholine, especially in the parasympathetic nervous system. 2. Having physiological effects similar to those of acetylcholine: a cholinergic agent or drug. [(acetyl)cholin(e) + -ergic.] cho li·nergi·cal·ly adv. |
cholinergic [ˌkəʊlɪˈnɜːdʒɪk]
adj
1. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Physiology) denoting nerve fibres that release acetylcholine when stimulated
2. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Physiology) of or relating to the type of chemical activity associated with acetylcholine and similar substances
[from (acetyl)cholin(e) + Greek ergon work]
| cholinergic (kl-nûrjk) 1. Relating to a neuron or axon that is activated by or is capable of releasing acetylcholine when a nerve impulse passes. The nerve endings of the parasympathetic nervous system are cholinergic. 2. Having physiological effects similar to those of acetylcholine, as certain drugs. |
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Adj. | 1. | cholinergic - releasing or activated by acetylcholine or a related compound anticholinergic - inhibiting or blocking the action of acetylcholine at a receptor site; "anticholinergic drugs" |
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