Aspirin

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Aspirin Definition

• (n) the acetylated derivative of salicylic acid; used as an analgesic anti-inflammatory drug (trade names Bayer and Empirin) usually taken in tablet form; used as an antipyretic; slows clotting of the blood by poisoning platelets

Aspirin Synonyms

• acetylsalicylic acid
• aspirin
• Bayer
• Empirin