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Definition of Sedation
1. Noun. A state of reduced excitement or anxiety that is induced by the administrative of a sedative agent.
2. Noun. The administration of a sedative agent or drug.
Exact synonyms: Drugging
Generic synonyms: Administration, Giving Medication
Derivative terms: Drug, Sedate
Generic synonyms: Administration, Giving Medication
Derivative terms: Drug, Sedate
Definition of Sedation
1. n. The act of calming, or the state of being calm.
Definition of Sedation
1. Noun. The act of sedating, especially by use of sedatives. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Sedation
1. the reduction of stress or excitement by the use of sedatives [n -S]
Medical Definition of Sedation
1. 1. The act of calming, especially by the administration of a sedative. 2. The state of being calm. Origin: L. Sedatio, to calm, allay (05 Mar 2000)