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aspirin
noun
as·pi·rin
ˈa-sp(ə-)rən
plural aspirin or aspirins
1
: a white crystalline derivative C9H8O4 of salicylic acid used for relief of pain and fever
2
: a tablet of aspirin
Examples of aspirin in a Sentence
Aspirin is effective in controlling headaches.
Recent Examples on the Web
Previous long-term studies by the Cancer Society solidified the link between smoking and lung cancer, tied obesity to a variety of health problems and showed that regular aspirin use can reduce the risk of colon cancer.
—Karen Weintraub, USA TODAY, 7 May 2024
Some people also benefit from taking a baby aspirin, Bawer said.
—Korin Miller, Verywell Health, 3 May 2024
While the use of acetaminophen is generally considered safe to use in pregnancy—and is thought to be much safer than the alternatives like aspirin and ibuprofen—a number of experts have advised pregnant people to abstain from using it unless absolutely necessary.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 15 Apr. 2024
Beardsley asked his chemists to develop an effervescent tablet with aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) and sodium bicarbonate as the main ingredients.
—Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Feb. 2024
History is littered with examples of terms that were once trademarked, including aspirin, escalator, cellophane and laundromat.
—Tim Carman, Washington Post, 9 Apr. 2024
Normal levels of glucose and other electrolytes, no damage to the liver or kidneys, no alcohol or elevated levels of common medications like Tylenol or aspirin.
—Julia Michie Bruckner, Discover Magazine, 5 Apr. 2024
In fact, research shows that taking daily aspirin can come with some serious risks.1
Enteric-Coated Aspirin vs. Plain Aspirin: What's the Difference?
—Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 3 Apr. 2024
Daily, low-dose aspirin may be an effective treatment for a common type of liver disease, according to a new study.
—Victoria Forster, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024
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“Aspirin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aspirin. Accessed 24 May. 2024.
Kids Definition
aspirin
noun
as·pi·rin
ˈas-p(ə-)rən
1
: a white drug used as a remedy for pain and fever
2
: a tablet of aspirin
Medical Definition
aspirin
noun
as·pi·rin
ˈas-p(ə-)rən
plural aspirin or aspirins
1
: a white crystalline derivative C9H8O4 of salicylic acid used for relief of pain and fever
2
: a tablet of aspirin
More from Merriam-Webster on aspirin
Nglish: Translation of aspirin for Spanish Speakers
Britannica English: Translation of aspirin for Arabic Speakers
Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about aspirin
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