pharmaceutical
Definition
- n. drug or medicine that is prepared or dispensed in pharmacies and used in medical treatment
- adj. of or relating to pharmacy or pharmacists
- adj. of or relating to drugs used in medical treatment
Word forms
- Plural
- pharmaceuticals
Example sentences
a.
The pharmaceutical industry plays a crucial role in developing new treatments for diseases.
n.
He bought some pharmaceutical drugs at the pharmacy to help with his cold.