chavicine

/tʃævɪˈsiːn/

Definitions

1. noun

A substance used as a local anesthetic by applying it to the skin and then removing it before it has time to penetrate to the deeper tissues.

“The doctor applied a small amount of chavicine to the area before performing the surgery.”

Synonyms

  • benzocaine
  • ethyl aminobenzoate

Antonyms

  • analgesic
  • pain-inducer