tranquillizer

Definitions of tranquillizer
  1. noun
    a drug that reduces excitability and calms a person
    synonyms: kalmeringsmiddel, sedatief, sedativum, tranquilizer
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    artsenij, drank, drankje, farmacon, geneesmiddel, heelmiddel, medicament, medicatie, medicijn
    (medicine) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease
  2. noun
    a drug used to reduce stress or tension without reducing mental clarity
    synonyms: kalmeringsmiddel, sedatief, sedativum, tranquilizer, zenuwtablet
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