antalgic en · ADJ
Etymology
From anti- + Ancient Greek ἄλγος (álgos, “pain”) + -ic. Compare French antalgique.
Meanings
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alleviating pain
The supine patient's head rests on a pillow supporting the flexed antalgic position
2007, Craig Liebenson, Rehabilitation of the Spine:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| more antalgic | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic | |
| most antalgic | Degree=Sup | lexicographic |
Translations (2)
ro antalgic (Translations) · ca antiàlgic (Translations)