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1. (n.) codeine
a white, crystalline alkaloid, C
Etymology: (1830–40; < Gk kṒde(ia) head, poppy-head + -ine2)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) codeine
derivative of opium; used as an antitussive (to relieve coughing) and an analgesic (to relieve pain)
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1. (noun) Codeine
one of the opium alkaloids; a white crystalline substance, C18H21NO3, similar to and regarded as a derivative of morphine, but much feebler in its action; -- called also codeia
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1. Codeine
An opioid analgesic related to MORPHINE but with less potent analgesic properties and mild sedative effects. It also acts centrally to suppress cough.
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