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physiological
[ fiz-ee-uh-loj-i-kuhl ]
/ ˌfɪz i əˈlɒdʒ ɪ kəl /
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adjective
of or relating to physiology.
consistent with the normal functioning of an organism.
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Often phys·i·o·log·ic .
Origin of physiological
First recorded in 1600–10; physiolog(y) + -ical
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physiological
/ (ˌfɪzɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl) /
adjective
of or relating to physiology
of or relating to normal healthful functioning; not pathological
Derived forms of physiological
physiologically, adverbCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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