Effector - Definition

effector

n 1: one who brings about a result or event; one who
accomplishes a purpose [syn: effecter, effector]
2: a nerve fiber that terminates on a muscle or gland and
stimulates contraction or secretion
3: an organ (a gland or muscle) that becomes active in response
to nerve impulses [ant: receptor, sense organ, sensory
receptor]

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