curarization

noun

cu·​ra·​ri·​za·​tion k(y)u̇-ˌrär-ə-ˈzā-shən 

plural -s

: administration of curare or one of its derivatives to induce relaxation of voluntary muscles (as in spastic disorders) or as an adjunct to certain anesthetics

also : the state resulting from such treatment

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