ANESTHESIA - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

loss of bodily sensation with or without loss of consciousness

Categories: Physical condition, Physiological state, Physiological condition

Synonyms

Anaesthesia, Anesthesia

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "anesthesia" comes from Ancient Greek ἀναισθησία.

🔗 Related Words

an – A related word in the same word family.

aesthesia – A related word in the same word family.

🧩 Fun Fact

Greek mythology embedded itself so deeply in language that we still use mythological names as common words.