anesthesia
🇬🇧 UK/.ænis'θi:ziә/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions
n.
The loss of sensation or consciousness induced by drugs, especially to allow surgery without pain.
麻醉,麻醉状态;感觉丧失
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.general anesthesia全身麻醉
- 2.local anesthesia局部麻醉
Example Sentences
- 1.
The surgeon administered anesthesia before beginning the surgical procedure.
- 2.
Anesthesia allows patients to sleep peacefully during dental work.