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numb

/nʌm/ adjective, verb · British & US
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What does numb mean?

adjective, verb

Feeling or showing a lack of sensation or feeling in a part of the body, or made unable to feel or react. To make someone or something unable to feel or react.

Example

"The cold water made my feet numb, and I couldn't feel the pain."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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