Epidural

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /É›pɪˈdjɔːɹəl/, (RP) IPA: /É›pɪˈdjÊŠÉ™rÉ™l/

Origin

From epi- + dura (mater) + -al.

Full definition of epidural

Adjective

1. (anatomy) Situated on or outside the dura mater.

Synonyms

• extradural
• peridural

Derived terms

• epidurally

Noun

1. (medicine) An injection of anaesthetic into the epidural space of the spine, especially associated with pain relief during childbirth.