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周圍神經

简周围神经 · 繁周圍神經

Mandarin · pinyin zhōu wéi shén jīng

(anatomy) peripheral nervous system

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周: zhōu · Zhou dynasty; circumference
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神: shén · spirit, god, supernatural being
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围: wéi · surround, encircle, corral
经: jīng · classic works; pass through

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1–2–2–1 · zhou1 wei2 shen2 jing1

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