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Topical anesthetic
/tˈɒpɪkəl ˌanɪsθˈɛtɪk/
/tˈɑːpɪkəl ˌænɪsθˈɛɾɪk/
topical anaesthetic
Topical anesthetic
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a type of medication applied directly to the surface of the skin or mucous membranes to numb a specific area, preventing pain or discomfort during medical procedures or treatments