antitussive
[ an-tee-tuhs-iv, an-tahy- ]
/ ˌæn tiˈtʌs ɪv, ˌæn taɪ- /
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adjective
of or relating to a substance that is used to suppress coughing.
noun
any such substance, as codeine.
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British Dictionary definitions for antitussive
antitussive
/ (ˌæntɪˈtʌsɪv) /
adjective
alleviating or suppressing coughing
noun
an antitussive drug
Word Origin for antitussive
from anti- + Latin tussis a cough
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Medical definitions for antitussive
antitussive
[ ăn′tē-tŭs′ĭv, ăn′tī- ]
adj.
Capable of relieving or suppressing coughing.
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an′ti•tus′sive n.The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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