Meaning of the word "central nervous system" in English
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central nervous system
US /ˈsen.trəl ˌnɜːr.vəs ˈsɪs.təm/
UK /ˈsen.trəl ˌnɜːr.vəs ˈsɪs.təm/
Noun
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the complex of nerve tissues that controls the activities of the body. In vertebrates it comprises the brain and spinal cord.
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The brain and spinal cord make up the central nervous system.
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Damage to the central nervous system can lead to serious health issues.
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