antacid

[ ant-as-id ]

adjective

1. preventing, neutralizing, or counteracting acidity, as of the stomach.

noun

1. an antacid agent.

antacid

/ æntˈæsɪd /

noun

1. a substance used to neutralize acidity, esp in the stomach

adjective

1. having the properties of this substance

   antacid tablets

Word History and Origins

Origin of antacid¹

First recorded in 1725–35; ant- + acid

Example Sentences

She had complained of increasingly sharp abdominal pain for months but was told only to avoid spicy foods and take antacids.

From Seattle Times

They gave him nausea medication and antacids, and he reported feeling better later that day, according to the report.

From Los Angeles Times

For most of his life, he had what he described as run-of-the-mill heartburn, usually triggered by eating late at night, and he would have to take a couple of antacid tablets.

From New York Times

Send the man a case of antacid, he’s going to need it.

From Washington Times

Topics of study include farming seaweed, fertilizing algae growth with iron, and adding antacid to increase the ocean’s ability to absorb carbon dioxide.

From Science Magazine