Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
novocaine
noun
/ˈnoʊvəˌkeɪn/
Definition
A local anesthetic used to numb a specific area of the body during medical or dental procedures.
Examples
- During the dental procedure, the dentist administered novocaine to numb my gums.
- After receiving novocaine, I felt no pain during the extraction of my tooth.
Meaning
Novocaine is commonly used by dentists to relieve pain during procedures, allowing patients to undergo treatments without discomfort.
Synonyms
- procaine
- local anesthetic
- pain reliever
