central nervous system

noun

: the part of the nervous system which in vertebrates consists of the brain and spinal cord, to which sensory impulses are transmitted and from which motor impulses pass out, and which coordinates the activity of the entire nervous system compare peripheral nervous system

Examples of central nervous system in a Sentence

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Additionally, magnesium is also necessary for GABA synthesis, a neurotransmitter that reduces the activity of the central nervous system and induces a state of calm. —Ana Morales, Vogue, 5 Dec. 2024

All four are part of the central nervous system, which does not repair itself when damaged. —Seth Klamann, The Denver Post, 2 Dec. 2024

Cryptococcus neoformans can spread outside the lungs into the central nervous system and cause symptoms such as neck stiffness, vomiting and sensitivity to light. —Matt Kasson, Discover Magazine, 28 Oct. 2024

This week, the Los Angeles County health department reported that two people were infected with a raccoon parasite that causes severe, frequently fatal, infections of the eyes, organs, and central nervous system. —Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 20 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1826, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

central nervous system

noun

: the part of the nervous system that in vertebrates consists of the brain and spinal cord

Medical Definition

central nervous system

noun

: the part of the nervous system which in vertebrates consists of the brain and spinal cord, to which sensory impulses are transmitted and from which motor impulses pass out, and which supervises and coordinates the activity of the entire nervous system compare autonomic nervous system, peripheral nervous system