non-opioid
|non/o/pi/oid|
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/nɒn ˈoʊ.pi.ɔɪd/
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/nɒn ˈəʊ.pi.ɔɪd/
not opioid
Etymology
'non-opioid' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'opioid', which refers to substances that act on opioid receptors.
The term 'opioid' was derived from 'opium', which has been used for centuries for its analgesic properties. The prefix 'non-' was added to specify substances that do not contain opioids.
Initially, 'opioid' referred to natural opium derivatives, but now includes synthetic substances. 'Non-opioid' has consistently meant substances not related to opioids.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not containing or related to opioids, which are substances that act on opioid receptors to produce morphine-like effects.
The doctor prescribed a non-opioid pain reliever.
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Last updated: 2025/02/03 03:22