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What is parasympathetic nervous system?

Pronunciation: /ˌpɛrəˌsɪmpəˈθɛtɪk ˈnərvəs ˈsɪstəm/

parasympathetic nervous system

Definition

The part of the nervous system that slows the heart, dilates blood vessels, decreases pupil size, increases digestive juices, and relaxes muscles in the gastrointestinal tract.