parasympathetic nervous system

US /ˌpærəˌsɪmpəˈθetɪk ˈnɜːrvəs ˌsɪstəm/
UK /ˌpærəˌsɪmpəˈθetɪk ˈnɜːrvəs ˌsɪstəm/
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副交感神经系统

the part of the autonomic nervous system that slows the heart rate, increases intestinal and gland activity, and relaxes sphincter muscles

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Activation of the parasympathetic nervous system promotes rest and digestion.
副交感神经系统的激活促进休息和消化。
The vagus nerve is a major component of the parasympathetic nervous system.
迷走神经是副交感神经系统的主要组成部分。