Meaning of the word anesthetize in English

What does anesthetize mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

anesthetize

US /əˈnes.θə.taɪz/
UK /əˈnes.θə.taɪz/
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Verb

1.

to administer an anesthetic to (a person or animal), especially so as to induce unconsciousness

Example:
The dentist will anesthetize the area before extracting the tooth.
The patient was fully anesthetized before the surgery began.
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