Definition

The process of making someone unconscious using ether, typically for medical procedures.

Example

The doctor explained that etherization would help the patient feel no pain during the surgery.

Conversation

Did you hear about the etherization technique they used in the surgery yesterday?

Yeah, it sounds like a really effective way to anesthetize patients.

I wonder how safe it is compared to other methods of anesthesia.

I think it's been around for a while, so it should be pretty reliable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Etherization → It is formed from "ether" (from Greek "aither", meaning upper air or pure, fresh air) and "-ization" (meaning the process of making or becoming). The word "etherization" refers to the process of inducing anesthesia using ether, which is derived from the concept of ether as a substance that fills the upper air.

Memory Tip

Think of 'ether' as the pure air used in the process of making someone unconscious, and '-ization' means the process of doing something. This helps you remember that etherization is the process of using ether to induce anesthesia.

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