Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anesthetic
noun
/əˈnɛs.θə.tɪk/
Definition
A substance that induces insensitivity to pain.
Examples
- Doctors used a local anesthetic to numb the area before the procedure.
- General anesthetics are essential for performing major surgeries safely.
- After receiving the anesthetic, the patient felt no pain during the operation.
Meaning
An anesthetic is a drug used during medical procedures to prevent sensation, especially pain, in certain areas of the body or throughout the entire body.
Synonyms
- Analgesic
- Anodyne
- Painkiller