laudanum

/ˈlɔːdnəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A medicinal liquid preparation containing opium or its alkaloids, often used as a pain reliever, especially in the 19th century.

“The doctor prescribed laudanum to help manage her patient’s chronic pain.”

Synonyms

  • morphine
  • opium

Antonyms

  • analgesic
  • pain-inducer