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narcosis

/ˈnɑːrkəsɪs/ noun · British & US
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What does narcosis mean?

noun

A state of insensibility or stupor, especially one induced by an anesthetic or a narcotic. A feeling of drowsiness or lethargy.

Example

"The scuba diver experienced narcosis after descending too quickly into the deep water."

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