Meaning of the word narcosis in English

What does narcosis mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

narcosis

US /nɑːrˈkoʊ.sɪs/
UK /nɑːˈkəʊ.sɪs/

Noun

a state of stupor, unconsciousness, or arrested activity produced by narcotics or other chemical substances

Example:
The patient was placed under deep narcosis for the surgical procedure.
Divers can experience nitrogen narcosis at great depths.