antacid

noun (an antacid, antacids); adjective (antacid)

«antacid» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

A medicine that makes stomach acid weaker, used for heartburn and indigestion. tree →
(adjective) Working against acid: «antacid tablets». tree →

In the lessons

In science lessons antacids show neutralisation: a base (alkali) reacts with acid and makes it less acidic. Many antacids contain calcium carbonate or magnesium hydroxide. In everyday life adults take them after spicy or big meals. Safety: only take medicine with an adult's permission.

Examples

Grandpa took an antacid after the spicy curry. tree →
Antacids neutralise stomach acid. tree →
In science we dropped an antacid tablet into vinegar and watched it fizz. tree →
The doctor said to take antacids for heartburn. tree →
Some antacids taste like chalk. tree →
Medicines like antacids must be kept away from small children. tree →

Note

anti + acid = against acid; spelled «antacid» with one i. Say «ant-ASS-id». Not a medicine for a «stomach bug» or germs. Countable: an antacid, two antacids.

On Mova

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