anesthetic

[US]/ænˈesthetics/
[UK]/ænˈesTHɛtɪk/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a substance that causes loss of feeling or consciousness
adj.causing a state of numbness or unconsciousness

Phrases & Collocations

general anesthetic

local anesthetic

anesthetic agent

anesthetic effect

anesthetic dosage

anesthetic risks

administer anesthetic

recover from anesthetic

anesthetic complications

Example Sentences

the surgeon administered an anesthetic before the operation.

the dentist used an anesthetic to prevent pain during the procedure.

the patient recovered quickly from the anesthetic.

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