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Anaesthetic

ˌanɪsˈθɛtɪk

Anaesthetic definitions

noun

Inflections:

anaesthetic anaesthetics anesthetic anesthetics

a substance that induces insensitivity to pain

Synonyms:
narcotic soporific stupefacient painkiller sedative anodyne analgesic opiate
the study or practice of anaesthesia

"he trained as a medical technical officer, working in anaesthetics"

adjective

Inflections:

anaesthetic anesthetic