Acetylsalicylic-acid Synonyms
əsēt'lsaləsilik, asətilsaləsilik
The acetylated derivative of salicylic acid; used as an analgesic anti-inflammatory drug (trade names Bayer, Empirin, and St. Joseph) usually taken in tablet form; used as an antipyretic; slows clotting of the blood by poisoning platelets
(Noun)
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