spinal anesthetic

/ˌspaɪnl ˈænəsˌθɛdɪk/
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Definitions of spinal anesthetic
  1. noun
    an anesthetic that is injected into the spine
    synonyms: spinal anaesthetic
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    types:
    Metycaine, piperocaine, piperocaine hydrochloride
    a compound used in the form of its hydrochloride as a local or spinal anesthetic
    type of:
    anaesthetic, anaesthetic agent, anesthesia, anesthetic, anesthetic agent
    a drug that causes temporary loss of bodily sensations
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