WordNet
n. anesthetic that numbs a local area of the body [syn: local anesthetic, local anaesthetic, local, topical anesthetic]
Usage examples of "topical anaesthetic".
There were various remedies for sniffles and fevers, vials of disinfectant, bandages, a supply of the topical anaesthetic Calvin had used for the abortions -- even a bag of berries that worked as a stimulant.
There were various remedies for sniffles and fevers, vials of disinfectant, bandages, a supply of the topical anaesthetic Calvin had used for the abortions---even a bag of berries that worked as a stimulant.
There was a topical anaesthetic that obviously helped him endure her clumsy ministrations and the codeine tablets that knocked him out had helped, too.
The sorcerer dismounted to collect a certain herb he had noticed at the roadside, which was valuable for its topical anaesthetic quality when prepared correctly.