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desensitizer

/diːˈsɛn.sɪ.taɪ.zə/

/diˈsɛn.sɪ.taɪ.zɚ/

Translations

desensitizernoun

desensitizers

/diːˈsɛn.sɪ.taɪ.zə/

/diˈsɛn.sɪ.taɪ.zɚ/

The dentist applied a desensitizer to the patient's teeth to reduce sensitivity.

Стоматолог нанес десенсибилизатор на зубы пациента, чтобы уменьшить чувствительность.

Synonyms

numbing agent

pain reliever

desensitizeradjective

/diːˈsɛnsɪtaɪzə/

/diˈsɛnsɪtaɪzɚ/

Used attributively before nouns to denote material, device, or treatment that reduces sensitivity.

Synonyms

desensitizernoun

A substance or agent that reduces sensitivity, especially to pain or stimuli.

The dentist applied a desensitizer to the patient's teeth to alleviate discomfort during the procedure.

A person or thing that causes someone to become less sensitive to something, often through repeated exposure.

The constant exposure to violent video games acted as a desensitizer, making the teenager less affected by real-life violence.

desensitizeradjective

Relating to a material, device, or treatment that reduces sensitivity.

Desensitizer creams are available over the counter.