anesthetic

US /ˌæn.əsˈθet̬.ɪk/
UK /ˌæn.əsˈθet̬.ɪk/
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a substance that induces insensitivity to pain

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The dentist administered a local anesthetic before the extraction.
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General anesthetic is used for major surgeries.
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narcoticsedativepainkilleranalgesic
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causing a loss of sensation or consciousness

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The doctor used an anesthetic spray to numb the area.
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The drug has an anesthetic effect.
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numbingdeadeningnarcoticsedative
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anesthetizelocal anesthetic