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sedative-hypnotic

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sed·a·tive-hyp·not·ic   (sěd'ə-tĭv-hĭp-nŏt'ĭk)
n.  A drug, such as a barbiturate or antianxiety agent, that depresses the activity of the central nervous system and is used to relieve anxiety and induce sleep.
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