inhibition (n)

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type n
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def (physiology) the process whereby nerves can retard or prevent the functioning of an organ or part
examples the inhibition of the heart by the vagus nerve
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Hypernym organic process, biological process
Domain of synset - TOPIC physiology
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Member of this domain - TOPIC physiology
Hyponym organic process, biological process

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