tranquilize
or tran·quil·lize
[ trang-kwuh-lahyz ]
/ ˈtræŋ kwəˌlaɪz /
verb (used with or without object), tran·quil·ized, tran·quil·iz·ing.
to make or become tranquil.
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Also especially British, tran·quil·lise .
OTHER WORDS FROM tranquilize
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Medical definitions for tranquilize
tranquilize
v.
To make tranquil; pacify.
To sedate or relieve of anxiety or tension by the administration of a drug.
To become tranquil; relax.
To have a calming or soothing effect.
Other words from tranquilize
tran′quil•i•za′tion (-kwə-lĭ-zā′shən) n.The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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