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Anaesthetize: meaning, definitions and examples

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anaesthetize

 

[ ˈæn.əs.θə.taɪz ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

medical procedure

Anaesthetize refers to the process of administering an anesthetic to a patient to induce a loss of sensation or awareness, especially during surgical procedures. This is done to prevent pain and discomfort during operations. Various types of anesthetics can be used, including local, regional, and general anesthetics.

Synonyms

anesthetise, deaden, numb, sedate

Examples of usage

  • The surgeon will anaesthetize the patient before the operation.
  • Patients are often anaesthetized for major surgeries.
  • Before performing the procedure, the doctor will anaesthetize the area.
  • It's crucial to properly anaesthetize the patient to ensure their comfort.

Translations

Translations of the word "anaesthetize" in other languages:

🇵🇹 anestesiar

🇮🇳 सदन करना

🇩🇪 anästhesieren

🇮🇩 anestesi

🇺🇦 анестезувати

🇵🇱 znieczulić

🇯🇵 麻酔する

🇫🇷 anesthésier

🇪🇸 anestesiar

🇹🇷 anestezi yapmak

🇰🇷 마취하다

🇸🇦 تخدير

🇨🇿 anestetizovat

🇸🇰 anestetizovať

🇨🇳 麻醉

🇸🇮 anestetizirati

🇮🇸 daufna

🇰🇿 анестезия жасау

🇬🇪 ანესთეზია

🇦🇿 anesteziya

🇲🇽 anestesiar

Etymology

The word 'anaesthetize' originates from the Greek word 'anaisthēsis', meaning 'lack of perception, absence of sensibility', which combines 'a-', a prefix meaning 'without', and 'aisthesis', meaning 'sensation'. The term was first used in the medical field in the early 19th century as anesthetic practices began to emerge, allowing patients to undergo surgery without the pain that was common in earlier medical methods. The spelling of 'anaesthetize' reflects its Greek roots, which have undergone adaptation through Latin and into English. In American English, the spelling is typically 'anesthetize', which simplifies the 'ae' diphthong to an 'e'. The evolution of this term highlights the advancements in medical science and the development of anesthesia as a crucial element in modern surgical procedures.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,140, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.