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Antitussive

Description:

An antitussive is a medication or substance that suppresses or relieves coughing.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Part of Speech: Noun
Definition: A medicine used to relieve or prevent coughing.
Example sentence: The doctor prescribed an antitussive to help calm her persistent cough.

Sense 2:

Part of Speech: Adjective
Definition: Having the properties of suppressing or relieving coughing.
Example sentence: The antitussive properties of the herbal syrup helped soothe his throat.

Sense 3:

Part of Speech: Noun (Local)
Definition: A local remedy or traditional substance used to treat coughing.
Example sentence: In some cultures, honey mixed with herbal extracts is considered a popular antitussive.

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