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单词 novocaine
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Definition of novocaine in English:

novocaine

(also Novocain)
noun ˈnəʊvəkeɪnˈnoʊvəˌkeɪn
  • another term for procaine
    Example sentencesExamples
    • You don't want to be at the dentist and have the novocaine wear off halfway through a root canal, do you?
    • In 1905, cocaine was replaced by the synthetic drug novocaine This in turn was replaced by lignocaine, which is in use today.
    • Twenty-three years as a published writer have taught me that publishing is a hazardous enterprise at best, an arena of life where it would be best to inject your self-esteem with novocaine if such a thing were possible.
    • Before beginning the procedure, you will inhale an aerosol spray of a medicine like Novocain, which numbs the nose and throat area and helps to prevent coughing and gagging during the procedure.
    • As well as the usual Novocain and gas, she also offers a relaxing aromatherapy service and specially designed Eye Trek glasses which allow you to watch your favourite DVD while she tinkers about with your teeth.

Origin

Early 20th century: from Latin novus 'new' + -caine (from cocaine).

 
 

Definition of novocaine in US English:

novocaine

(also Novocain)
nounˈnōvəˌkānˈnoʊvəˌkeɪn
  • another term for procaine
    Example sentencesExamples
    • Before beginning the procedure, you will inhale an aerosol spray of a medicine like Novocain, which numbs the nose and throat area and helps to prevent coughing and gagging during the procedure.
    • In 1905, cocaine was replaced by the synthetic drug novocaine This in turn was replaced by lignocaine, which is in use today.
    • Twenty-three years as a published writer have taught me that publishing is a hazardous enterprise at best, an arena of life where it would be best to inject your self-esteem with novocaine if such a thing were possible.
    • You don't want to be at the dentist and have the novocaine wear off halfway through a root canal, do you?
    • As well as the usual Novocain and gas, she also offers a relaxing aromatherapy service and specially designed Eye Trek glasses which allow you to watch your favourite DVD while she tinkers about with your teeth.

Origin

Early 20th century: from Latin novus ‘new’ + -caine (from cocaine).

 
 
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