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benumb
[ bih-nuhm ]
/ bɪˈnʌm /
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verb (used with object)
to make numb; deprive of sensation: benumbed by cold.
to render inactive; deaden or stupefy.
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Origin of benumb
OTHER WORDS FROM benumb
be·numbed·ness [bih-nuhmd-nis, -nuhm-id-], /bɪˈnʌmd nɪs, -ˈnʌm ɪd-/, nounbe·numb·ing·ly, adverbbe·numb·ment, nounun·be·numbed, adjectiveWords nearby benumb
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British Dictionary definitions for benumb
benumb
/ (bɪˈnʌm) /
verb (tr)
to make numb or powerless; deaden physical feeling in, as by cold
(usually passive) to make inactive; stupefy (the mind, senses, will, etc)
Derived forms of benumb
benumbingly, adverbCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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