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Tranquilization

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tran·quil·ize also tran·quil·lize  (trngkw-lz, trn-)
v. tran·quil·ized also tran·quil·lized, tran·quil·iz·ing also tran·quil·liz·ing, tran·quil·iz·es also tran·quil·liz·es
v.tr.
1. To make tranquil; pacify: "Nothing contributes so much to tranquilize the mind as a steady purpose" Mary Shelley.
2. To sedate or relieve of anxiety or tension by the administration of a drug.
v.intr.
1. To become tranquil; relax.
2. To have a calming or soothing effect.
tranquil·i·zation (-kw-l-zshn) n.
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