Main Entry: fen·ta·nyl

Pronunciation: \ˈfent-^ən-ˌil\

Function: noun

: a synthetic opioid narcotic analgesic C₂₂H₂₈N₂O with pharmacological action similar to morphine that is administered transdermally as a skin patch and in the form of its citrate C₂₂H₂₈N₂O·C₆H₈O₇ is administered orally or parenterally