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AZT

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Definition of AZT

: an antiviral drug C10H13N5O4 that inhibits replication of some retroviruses (such as HIV) and is used to treat AIDS

— called also azidothymidine, zidovudine

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1985, in the meaning defined above

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“AZT.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/AZT. Accessed 22 Apr. 2021.

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English Language Learners Definition of AZT

medical : a drug used to treat AIDS

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AZT

noun
\ ˌā-(ˌ)zē-ˈtē How to pronounce AZT (audio) \

Medical Definition of AZT

: an antiviral drug C10H13N5O4 that inhibits replication of some retroviruses (as HIV) and is used to treat AIDS

— called also azidothymidine, ZDV, zidovudine

— see retrovir

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