Noun: antiacid
Usage: rare (=antacid)
Usage: rare (=antacid)
- An agent that counteracts or neutralizes acidity (especially in the stomach)
"He took an antiacid tablet to relieve his indigestion";
- antacid, gastric antacid, alkalizer, alkaliser [Brit]
Derived forms: antiacids
Type of: agent
Encyclopedia: Antiacid