Meaning of the word "Milk of Magnesia" in English

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Milk of Magnesia

US /mɪlk əv mæɡˈniːʒə/
UK /mɪlk əv mæɡˈniː.zi.ə/
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Noun

a liquid preparation of magnesium hydroxide, used as an antacid or laxative.

Example:
She took some Milk of Magnesia to relieve her indigestion.
Milk of Magnesia is commonly used as a mild laxative.