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acetylsalicylic acid meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of acetylsalicylic acid at MeaningMonkey.org. acetylsalicylic acid meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID noun
Definition of acetylsalicylic acid (noun)
- the acetylated derivative of salicylic acid; used as an analgesic anti-inflammatory drug (trade names Bayer, Empirin, and St. Joseph) usually taken in tablet form; used as an antipyretic; slows clotting of the blood by poisoning platelets
- synonyms: aspirin, Bayer, Empirin, St. Joseph
Source: Princeton University Wordnet