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effectors

/ɪˈfɛktərz/ noun · British & US
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What does effectors mean?

noun

In anatomy, effectors are the organs or tissues that produce a response to a stimulus, such as muscles that contract to move a limb. In a broader sense, effectors can refer to any device or system that produces a desired outcome or effect.

Example

"The nervous system uses effectors to control voluntary movements, such as walking or grasping an object."

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