epidural
Translation
epidural, epidural block
Examples
She asked for an epidural during labour.
She asked for an epidural during labor.
Grammar Patterns
to have/get an epidural to receive an epidural anesthetic Many women choose to have an epidural.
Similar Words
Synonyms: spinal block, anesthesia.
Etymology
From Greek 'epi-' (upon, on the outside of) + 'dura mater' (the tough outer membrane of the spinal cord). An injection outside the dura.
Memory Tips
Think of it as an injection that goes 'epi-' (outside) the 'dura' (a layer around the spine).