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sympathetic nervous system meaning and definition

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SYMPATHETIC NERVOUS SYSTEM noun

Definition of sympathetic nervous system (noun)

  1. originates in the thoracic regions of the spinal cord; opposes physiological effects of the parasympathetic: reduces digestive secretions; speeds the heart; contracts blood vessels
Source: Princeton University Wordnet

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