analgesic

[ an-l-jee-zik, -sik ]

noun

1. a remedy that relieves or allays pain.

adjective

1. of, relating to, or causing analgesia, or the relief of pain.

analgesic

/ -sɪk; ˌænəlˈdʒiːzɪk /

adjective

1. of or causing analgesia

noun

1. a substance that produces analgesia

analgesic

/ ăn′əl-jē′zĭk /

1. A drug used to eliminate pain; a painkiller. Aspirin and acetaminophen are analgesics.

analgesic

1. A drug, such as aspirin, that relieves pain in the body.

Word History and Origins

Origin of analgesic¹

First recorded in 1870–75; analges(ia) + -ic

Example Sentences

According to the statements of the manufacturers, Bengus Analgesic Balm contains menthol, salicylate of methyl and lanolin.

From Project Gutenberg

(Analgesic and Antipyretic): 16—32 ♏, pure or with equal parts glycerin or oil.

From Project Gutenberg