Thesaurus results for PHARMACY

pharmacy

noun

ˈfär-mə-sē

Definition of pharmacy

as in drugstore

a retail store where medicines and miscellaneous articles are sold stopped at the pharmacy for tissues and cold medicine

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Recent Examples of pharmacy The government is proposing stricter medical cannabis rules that would require in-person doctor visits for cannabis flower prescriptions and pharmacy pickups. — Dario Sabaghi, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 Even in normal times, most patients are required to purchase their own medical supplies at pharmacies and shops near the hospital. — Durrie Bouscaren, NPR, 8 July 2026 With its striking marble bar, exposed brick walls, and cozy booths, the setting nods to the building’s former life as the town pharmacy. — Brennan Long, Southern Living, 7 July 2026 New Sam’s Club warehouses in Baytown, Katy, Tomball and Weslaco will give more Texas shoppers access to bulk discounts, gas stations and pharmacy services. — Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for pharmacy

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drugstore

Noun

The result was a turn-of-the-century replica of a small town drugstore with a full soda foundation and lunch menu.

— Korrin Bishop, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
With drugstore and dollar-store options now part of the conversation alongside prestige picks, the body serum category covers nearly every budget.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 June 2026

Definition of drugstore

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