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NONPRESCRIPTION

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Purchasable without a doctor's prescription

Example:

an over-the-counter cold remedy

Synonyms:

nonprescription; over-the-counter

Classified under:

Adjectives

Domain category:

medicament; medication; medicinal drug; medicine ((medicine) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease)

Antonym:

prescription (available only with a doctor's written prescription)

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