DIAZEPAM


Meaning of DIAZEPAM in English

n.

Pronunciation: d ī - ' a-z ə - ˌ pam

Function: noun

Etymology: benzo diazep ine + -am (of unknown origin)

Date: circa 1961

: a tranquilizer C 16 H 13 ClN 2 O used especially to relieve anxiety and tension and as a muscle relaxant

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