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autonomic

/ɔːtˈɒnəmɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does autonomic mean?

adjective

Relating to or under the control of the autonomic nervous system, which regulates involuntary actions of the body, such as heartbeat and digestion.

Example

"The autonomic nervous system helps regulate our body's automatic functions, like breathing and heart rate."

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