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analgesic

/ænˈældʒɛsɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does analgesic mean?

adjective

A substance or agent that relieves pain, especially by reducing inflammation or altering the perception of pain.

Example

"The doctor prescribed an analgesic to help manage the patient's chronic back pain."

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