narcosis

[ nahr-koh-sis ]

noun

1. a state of stupor or drowsiness.
2. a state of stupor or greatly reduced activity produced by a drug. Compare nitrogen narcosis.

narcosis

/ nɑːˈkəʊsɪs /

noun

1. unconsciousness induced by narcotics or general anaesthetics

Word History and Origins

Origin of narcosis¹

1685–95; < New Latin < Greek nárkōsis. See narc-, -osis

Example Sentences

Opiates should be used with moderation, and all attempts to induce profound narcosis should be avoided.

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Narcosis being steadily avoided, the experiment was completely, even unexpectedly, successful.

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The muscular tremour of narcosis is unmistakable, and a depressed or fluttering pulse is easily detected.

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Others can take relatively large quantities with little risk of narcosis.

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The hygienic rule in all cases of structural narcosis, whether acquired or inherited, is total abstinence once and always.

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Related Words

• coma
• slumber
• trance