central nervous system

noun

: the part of the nervous system which in vertebrates consists of the brain and spinal cord, to which sensory impulses are transmitted and from which motor impulses pass out, and which coordinates the activity of the entire nervous system compare peripheral nervous system

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The condition, according to the Stiff Person Syndrome Foundation, affects the central nervous system, specifically the brain and spinal cord. —Vanessa Etienne, Peoplemag, 4 Sep. 2023

The neurotoxins in puffers responsible for illness and death are tetrodotoxin and saxitoxin, which adversely affect the human central nervous system. —Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 23 Aug. 2023

The virus infects the central nervous system of mammals, ultimately causing disease in the brain and death if not treated. —Christina Hall, Detroit Free Press, 17 Aug. 2023

The peptide may also benefit the central nervous system by interacting with serotonin signaling. —The Salt Lake Tribune, 16 Aug. 2023

Delta 8 promotes this deep relaxation by interacting with receptors in the central nervous system, helping individuals achieve a state of tranquility conducive to restful nights. —Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 14 Aug. 2023

Multiple Sclerosis Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes lesions on the central nervous system. —Amanda Gardner, Health, 31 Aug. 2023

Other potential side effects are more serious, said Joseph El-Khoury, a psychiatrist in Dubai, because the drug acts on the central nervous system. —Mohamad El Chamaa, Washington Post, 31 Aug. 2023

Folic acid also helps to reduce the risk of central nervous system defects such as spina bifida in unborn babies. —Good Housekeeping, 28 Aug. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1826, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

central nervous system

noun

: the part of the nervous system that in vertebrates consists of the brain and spinal cord

Medical Definition

central nervous system

noun

: the part of the nervous system which in vertebrates consists of the brain and spinal cord, to which sensory impulses are transmitted and from which motor impulses pass out, and which supervises and coordinates the activity of the entire nervous system compare autonomic nervous system, peripheral nervous system