Anesthetic Meaning in English
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释义
A drug or substance used to stop a person from feeling pain, usually during surgery or medical procedures.
用法与细微差别
Commonly used in medical and dental contexts. 'Anesthetic' (US spelling) is 'anaesthetic' in UK English. Refers to both local and general types: 'local anesthetic' numbs a small area; 'general anesthetic' causes loss of consciousness. Do not confuse with 'analgesic' (pain reliever).
例句
The doctor gave me an anesthetic before the surgery.
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A local anesthetic was used to numb my arm.
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The dentist used anesthetic so I would not feel pain.
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After the anesthetic wore off, I started to feel some discomfort.
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He has a rare allergy to certain types of anesthetic.
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You’ll need someone to drive you home after a general anesthetic.
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