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parasympathetic [ˌpærəˌsɪmpəˈθɛtɪk] adj
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Anatomy) (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Physiology) Anatomy Physiol of or relating to the division of the autonomic nervous system that acts in opposition to the sympathetic system by slowing the heartbeat, constricting the bronchi of the lungs, stimulating the smooth muscles of the digestive tract, etc. Compare sympathetic [4] ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
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