aspirin powder

/ˌæspərən ˌpaʊdər/
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Definitions of aspirin powder
  1. noun
    a powdered form of aspirin
    synonyms: headache powder
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    type of:
    Bayer, Empirin, St. Joseph, acetylsalicylic acid, aspirin
    the acetylated derivative of salicylic acid; used as an analgesic anti-inflammatory drug (trade names Bayer, Empirin, and St. Joseph) usually taken in tablet form; used as an antipyretic; slows clotting of the blood by poisoning platelets
    powder
    any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder
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