non-narcotic
|non/nar/cot/ic|
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/nɒn-nɑːrˈkɒtɪk/
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/nɒn-nɑːˈkɒtɪk/
not involving narcotics
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-narcotic' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'narcotic' from Greek 'narkotikos', where 'narkē' meant 'numbness'.
Historical Evolution
'narcotic' changed from the Greek word 'narkotikos' and eventually became the modern English word 'narcotic'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'narcotic' meant 'causing numbness', but over time it evolved to refer to drugs that induce sleep or stupor.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not related to or involving narcotics.
The doctor prescribed a non-narcotic pain reliever.
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Last updated: 2025/01/28 03:05