DICTIONARY ENTRY
6 SYLLABLES
parasympathetic
/,pærə,sɪmpə'θɛtɪk/ · pærəsɪmpəθɛtɪk
Parasympathetic has 6 syllables: par · a · sym · pa · thet · ic.
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noun. 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.
Of or relating to the parasympathetic nervous system.
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