Meaning of the word "over-the-counter medicine" in English
What does "over-the-counter medicine" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
over-the-counter medicine
US /ˌoʊ.vɚ.ðəˈkaʊn.t̬ɚ ˈmed.ɪ.sən/
UK /ˌəʊ.və.ðəˈkaʊn.tə ˈmed.ɪ.sən/
Noun
medicine that can be bought without a prescription from a doctor
Example:
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You can buy simple painkillers as over-the-counter medicine.
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Always read the label when taking over-the-counter medicine.