anesthetic — a substance that induces insensitivity to pain
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a substance that induces insensitivity to pain
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌænəsˈθetɪk/
Example Sentences
- The patient counted backwards from ten as the anesthetic took effect.
- After the dental procedure, he tried to drink coffee but it dribbled out due to the anesthetic.
- The anesthetic wore off just as she was trying to impress her date at dinner.
anesthetic
NOUN[/ˌænəsˈθetɪk/]
a substance that induces insensitivity to pain
The dentist applies a local anesthetic before pulling the tooth.
Anesthetic brings sleep, in a room so aesthetic with tools synthetic
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Greek, this medical term emerged in the 19th century to describe the state of being without sensation. It combines the Greek prefix 'an-' (without) and 'aisthesis' (sensation or perception), becoming widely adopted in medical practice during the era of surgical advancement.
Breakdown
an- (without) + aisthesis (sensation, perception) + -ic (adjective-forming suffix). The prefix 'an-' negates 'aisthesis,' creating a term literally meaning 'without sensation.'
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📝Examples
“The patient counted backwards from ten as the anesthetic took effect.”
“After the dental procedure, he tried to drink coffee but it dribbled out due to the anesthetic.”
“The anesthetic wore off just as she was trying to impress her date at dinner.”
“Modern anesthetics have made complex surgeries much safer.”
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