Anesthetize
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈniːs.θə.taɪz/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Anesthetize is a verb meaning (transitive) To administer anesthesia to: to render unfeeling or unconscious through the use of narcotic substances, usually either alcohol or pharmaceutical drugs.
Meaning
(transitive) To administer anesthesia to: to render unfeeling or unconscious through the use of narcotic substances, usually either alcohol or pharmaceutical drugs.
Example Sentences
Just prior to surgery the doctor will anesthetize him and he will sleep for four hours.
Word Forms
- anesthetizes
- anesthetizing
- anesthetized
- anesthetise
Synonyms for anesthetize
Depending on context, synonyms include put out, anaesthetize.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include anaesthetize, put out, deaden, anesthetise, anesthesize, anaesthetise.
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