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of or relating to the parasympathetic nervous system

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  1. adj. of or relating to the parasympathetic nervous system
  2. n. 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
  3. j:100 a. of or relating to the parasympathetic nervous system