1. Plural of benzocaine; local anesthetic drugs used to numb skin and mucous membranes.
Usage: medical/pharmaceutical term; typically used in topical form

Examples

• The dentist applied benzocaines to numb the patient's gums before the procedure.
• Over-the-counter benzocaines are commonly found in throat lozenges and oral pain relief products.
• Benzocaines work by blocking nerve signals in the area where they are applied.
• The pharmacist recommended benzocaines for temporary relief of minor mouth sores.
• Athletes sometimes use benzocaines in topical sprays to reduce pain from minor injuries.