noun
- a substance that causes loss of sensation or consciousness, used during medical procedures
adjective
- relating to or causing loss of sensation
Examples
- The dentist administered a local anesthetic before filling the cavity.
- General anesthetic is used for major surgeries.
- The anesthetic effect wore off after two hours.
- She felt drowsy from the anesthetic medication.
- The doctor applied an anesthetic cream to numb the area.
- Modern anesthetic techniques have made surgery much safer.