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nervous system

/ˈnɜːvəs sɪstəm/noun

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Core word

noun
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    [C]

    the system of nerves in the body that carries messages between the brain and the rest of the body

    तंत्रिका तंत्र

    • The brain and the spinal cord form the central nervous system.
    • Some poisons damage the nervous system.
    • The brain is the control centre of the nervous system.
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    • Caffeine can affect the nervous system if taken in large amounts.
    • Students learn the parts of the nervous system in Class 10 biology.
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General knowledge

The brain and the spinal cord together make up the central nervous system.

GK: मस्तिष्क (brain) और मेरुरज्जु (spinal cord) मिलकर केंद्रीय तंत्रिका तंत्र (central nervous system) बनाते हैं।