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Metycaine

Definition

Metycaine is a synthetic compound that acts as a local anesthetic primarily used in dentistry.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Senses and Usages

Noun:

1. A chemical compound used as a local anesthetic by dentists.

Example sentence: Dentists often use metycaine as a topical anesthetic before administering dental procedures.

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Verb:

1. To apply or administer metycaine as a local anesthetic.

Example sentence: The dentist carefully metycained the patient's gums before starting the procedure.

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