anaesthetizer
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/əˈniːsθɪtaɪzər/
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/əˈniːsθɪtaɪzə/
one who induces insensitivity to pain
Etymology
'anaesthetizer' originates from English, specifically from the word 'anaesthetize' with the agentive suffix '-er', where 'anaesthetize' meant 'to induce insensitivity to pain'.
'anaesthetizer' was formed in English from 'anaesthetize' (to make insensible) plus '-er' (one who does), and eventually became the modern English word 'anaesthetizer'.
Initially, it meant 'one who induces insensitivity to pain', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person or device that administers anaesthesia to induce insensitivity to pain.
The anaesthetizer prepared the patient for surgery.
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Noun 2
a substance used to induce anaesthesia.
The anaesthetizer was injected before the operation.
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Last updated: 2025/07/27 01:21