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vagal

[ vey-guhl ]

adjective

  1. of or relating to a vagus nerve.

vagal

/ ˈveɪɡəl /

adjective

  1. anatomy of, relating to, or affecting the vagus nerve

    vagal inhibition

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Word History and Origins

Origin of vagal1

First recorded in 1850–55; vag(us) + -al 1

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Example Sentences

Hanging can trigger a reflex known as vagal inhibition, which can instantly stop the heart.

In babies with the form of the gene that was not associated with risky behavior, vagal tone did decrease, which is what you want.

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