word
analgesic
an-ul-JEE-zik
ˌænəlˈdʒiːzɪkListen
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Syllable breakdown
analgesic
Dictionary meaning
A medication that relieves pain without causing loss of consciousness.
History and origin
Greek an- (without) + algos (pain).
Examples
- Ibuprofen is an over-the-counter analgesic.
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