ScienceAugust 27, 2026

anaesthetised

an-es-THEE-tayzd

Definition

To have had a drug administered to produce a temporary loss of physical sensation or consciousness, typically to prevent pain during a medical procedure.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek word 'anaisthesia,' meaning 'lack of sensation,' which is composed of the prefix 'an-' (without) and 'aisthesis' (sensation).

In the news

The article notes that the cockroaches are anaesthetised during the process of fitting them with microchips and electrodes to ensure they remain safe and comfortable.

Scientists Turn Cockroaches Into Tiny Search-And-Rescue Responders [Watch]

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