Meaning of analgesic in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˌænlˈdʒisɪk/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   analgesic

   Definitions

   1. capable of relieving pain

   Examples

   • « the anodyne properties of certain drugs »
   • « an analgesic effect »

   Synonyms

   • moderating

2. Noun

   analgesic

   Definitions

   1. a medicine used to relieve pain