1.
peripheral nerve; peripheral nervous system
The nerves that branch out from the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body, controlling sensation and movement. Contrasts with the central nervous system.
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中枢神経 (central nervous system)
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自律神経 (autonomic nervous system)
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感覚神経 (sensory nerve)
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神経系 (nervous system)
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交感神経 (sympathetic nerve)