Meaning of the word "local anesthetic" in English
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local anesthetic
US /ˌloʊ.kəl æn.əsˈθet.ɪk/
UK /ˌloʊ.kəl æn.əsˈθet.ɪk/
Noun
1.
a drug that causes a temporary loss of sensation, especially pain, in a specific area of the body, without affecting consciousness
Example:
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The dentist administered a local anesthetic before extracting the tooth.
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For minor procedures, a local anesthetic is often sufficient.
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