Definition for

anodyne

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– Having power to relieve pain; hence, soothing to the feelings.

noun – A medicine or drug which relieves pain, as an opiate or a narcotic; hence, figuratively, anything that allays mental pain or distress.

adjective – Serving to assuage pain; soothing.

noun – Any medicine which allays pain, as an opiate or narcotic; anything that soothes disturbed feelings.

noun – Any medicine or other agent that relieves pain.

noun – A source of relaxation or comfort.

adjective – capable of relieving pain

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