Definition of Antacid

1. Noun. An agent that counteracts or neutralizes acidity (especially in the stomach).


2. Adjective. Acting to neutralize acid (especially in the stomach).

Definition of Antacid

1. n. A remedy for acidity of the stomach, as an alkali or absorbent.

Definition of Antacid

1. a substance that neutralizes acid [n -S]

Medical Definition of Antacid

1. A substance that counteracts or neutralises acidity, usually of the stomach. Origin: L. Acidus = sour (16 Dec 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Antacid

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answering machine
answerless
answers
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ant-cattle
ant-eater
ant-hill
ant-lion
anta
Antabuse
antacid (current term)
antacid (current term)
antacids
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antae
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antagonistic muscle
antagonistic muscles

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