Meaning of SEDATIVE-HYPNOTIC DRUG

WordNet Dictionary
	Definition:		[n]  a sedative that depresses activity of the central nervous system and reduces anxiety and induces sleep
	Synonyms:		sedative-hypnotic
	See Also:		antianxiety agent, ataractic, ataractic agent, ataractic drug, barbiturate, depressant, downer, ethchlorvynol, methaqualone, Placidyl, Quaalude, sedative, sedative drug, thalidomide, tranquilizer, tranquilliser, tranquillizer