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opiate

/ˈoʊpiət/

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1 · n.

a drug derived from opium that relieves pain and may cause dependence

鸦片类药物

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The patient was given an opiate for severe pain after surgery.
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手术后，医生给患者使用了鸦片类药物缓解剧痛。
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Pronunciation: /ˈoʊpiət/

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