antacidnoun [ C or U ]
uk/ˌænˈtæs.ɪd/us/ˌænˈtæs.ɪd/a substance used to reduce or prevent acid collecting in the body, especially in the stomach
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Examples from literature
- In that case it is necessary to add an antacid such as urea to prevent its getting yellow or opaque.
- This is a favorite domestic antacid.