Synonyms of apothecary

apothecary

noun

ə-ˈpä-thə-ˌker-ē 

1

as in pharmacist

a person who prepares drugs according to a doctor's prescription

in olden days the apothecary had few drugs that actually cured anything, most substances being little more than pain relievers

Synonyms & Similar Words

• pharmacist
• chemist
• druggist
• pharmacologist

2

as in pharmacy

a retail store where medicines and miscellaneous articles are sold

the historic village boasts an old-fashioned apothecary that's been there for almost a century and a half

Synonyms & Similar Words

• pharmacy
• drugstore
• dispensary
• sick bay

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of apothecary

Eventually, hard candies were made from the plant and carried in many apothecaries and general stores. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 23 June 2026

The film’s popularity has tripled business for the mystical shop and apothecary, which offers a wide range of services including magical advice, custom spell crafting, psychic readings, healing sessions, classes, clergy services, drum circles and vision quests. — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 18 June 2026

Now a botanist and apothecary, Cadfael aids the local sheriff in solving all manner of crimes committed in and near Shrewsbury Abbey during England’s 15-year civil war known now as the Anarchy. — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026

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