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tran⋅quil⋅iz⋅er

  [trang-kwuh-lahy-zer]
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–noun
1. a person or thing that tranquilizes.
2. a drug that has a sedative or calming effect without inducing sleep.
3. antianxiety drug.
4. antipsychotic (def. 2).
Also, tran⋅quil⋅liz⋅er.

Origin:
1790–1800; tranquilize + -er 1
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tran·quil·iz·er also tran·quil·liz·er   (trāng'kwə-līz'ər, trān'-)   
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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