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a·nes·the·tize

(ă-nes'thĕ-tīz),
To produce loss of sensation.
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anesthetize

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anaesthetize

(ə-nĕs′thĭ-tīz′)
tr.v. anesthe·tized, anesthe·tizing, anesthe·tizes
To induce anesthesia in.

a·nes′the·ti·za′tion (-tĭ-zā′shən) n.
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a·nes·the·tize

(ă-nes'thĕ-tīz)
To produce loss of sensation.
Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012

a·nes·the·tize

(ă-nes'thĕ-tīz)
To produce loss of sensation.
Synonym(s): anaesthetize.
Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012
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There, doctors will anesthetize Fingers (make him unconscious) and place him on an operating table.
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