preanesthetic

[ pree-an-uh s-thet-ik, pree-an- ]
/ priˌæn əsˈθɛt ɪk, ˌpri æn- /

noun

a substance that produces a preliminary or light anesthesia.

adjective

given prior to an anesthetic that induces total insensibility.

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Origin of preanesthetic

First recorded in 1890–95; pre- + anesthetic

Words nearby preanesthetic

prealternate molt, preamble, preamble to the constitution, preamp, preamplifier, preanesthetic, preantiseptic, preappoint, prearrange, prearranged, preaseptic
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Medical definitions for preanesthetic

preanesthetic
[ prē′ăn-ĭs-thĕt′ĭk ]

adj.

Before anesthesia.
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