Anesthetize (verb)

To administer a drug or other substance to cause a loss of feeling or consciousness.

Origin:

Mid-19th century, from greek anesthēsis (insensibility) + -ize.

Examples:

1. The patient was anesthetized before the surgery.
2. The dentist anesthetized the area before drilling.
3. The patient was anesthetized with a general anesthetic.
4. The procedure will be done under local anesthesia, you won't need to be anesthetized.
5. The patient was anesthetized with a spinal block.