antitussive
US /ˌæn.tiˈtʌs.ɪv/
UK /ˌæn.tiˈtʌs.ɪv/
形容詞
止咳的
used to prevent or relieve a cough
範例:
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The doctor prescribed an antitussive medication for her persistent cough.
醫生為她持續的咳嗽開了一種止咳藥。
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Many over-the-counter cold remedies contain antitussive ingredients.
許多非處方感冒藥都含有止咳成分。
名詞
止咳藥
a medicine used to prevent or relieve a cough
範例:
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The pharmacist recommended a strong antitussive for his dry cough.
藥劑師為他的乾咳推薦了一種強效止咳藥。
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Codeine is a common ingredient in many prescription antitussives.
可待因是許多處方止咳藥中的常見成分。