sympathetic nervous systems

A form of sympathetic nervous system — The part of the autonomic nervous system that raises blood pressure and heart rate, constricts blood vessels, and dilates the pupils when under stress.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of sympathetic nervous system
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