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Tranquillizer

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Noun

1. antianxiety agent, ataractic, ataractic agent, ataractic drug, tranquilizer, tranquilliser, tranquillizer

a drug used to reduce stress or tension without reducing mental clarity

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Tranquillizer

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noun
1. 
a drug that calms a person without affecting clarity of consciousness
2. 
anything that tranquillizes

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Tranquillizer

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n.
1. One that serves to tranquilize, as soothing music.
2. Any of various drugs used to reduce tension or anxiety; an antianxiety agent.
3. Any of various drugs used to treat psychotic states; an antipsychotic drug. Not in scientific use.

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