tranquilizer
/ˈtræŋkwɪlaɪzə/ · /ˈtræŋkwɪlaɪzər/
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镇静药；安定药
Definitions
n. A drug used to calm people or animals and reduce anxiety.
镇静药；安定药
Example
The vet gave the frightened horse a tranquilizer.
兽医给受惊的马用了一剂镇静药。
Doctors should carefully assess the risks before prescribing a tranquilizer to a patient with persistent anxiety.
医生在给持续焦虑的患者开镇静药之前，应仔细评估风险。
Collocations
- prescribe a tranquilizer
- take a tranquilizer
- tranquilizer dart
Word family
- tranquil (adj.)
- tranquilize (v.)
- tranquility (n.)
Usage tip
美式常拼tranquilizer，英式常拼tranquilliser。
FAQ
- What does tranquilizer mean?
- A drug used to calm people or animals and reduce anxiety.
- How is tranquilizer pronounced?
- UK /ˈtræŋkwɪlaɪzə/, US /ˈtræŋkwɪlaɪzər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
