Meaning of the word codeine in English

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codeine

US /ˈkoʊ.diːn/
UK /ˈkəʊ.diːn/
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Noun

a pain-relieving and cough-suppressant drug derived from opium, often used in cough syrups and mild pain medications

Example:
The doctor prescribed codeine for her severe cough.
Many over-the-counter cough medicines contain a small amount of codeine.