anematizing
|a-ne-ma-tiz-ing|
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/əˈniːmətaɪzɪŋ/
(anematize)
to make insensible to pain
Etymology
Etymology Information
The word 'anematize' is formed from the prefix 'anema-' (possibly from Greek 'anemos' meaning 'wind' or 'air') and the suffix '-tize' (to make or treat).
Historical Evolution
'Anematize' appears to be a modern scientific or technical term, likely coined in the 20th or 21st century, based on Greek roots and English word formation patterns.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it would have meant 'to treat with air or wind', and in modern usage, it may refer to a specific scientific process involving air.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'anematize'.
The scientist is anematizing the sample for further study.
Last updated: 2025/08/04 23:21