ANODYNE


Meaning of ANODYNE in English

[ 'anədʌɪn ]

■ adjective unlikely to cause offence or disagreement but somewhat dull.

■ noun a painkilling drug or medicine.

Origin

C16: via L. from Gk anōdunos 'painless'.

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