Definitions of antihypertensive [ˌæn tiˌhaɪ pərˈtɛn sɪv, ˌæn taɪ-]

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Definition of 'antihypertensive'

Random House Webster's College Dictionary

1. (adj.) antihypertensive
acting to reduce hypertension.

2. (n.) antihypertensive
a drug, as a diuretic, used to treat hypertension.

Etymology: (1955–60)

Definition of 'antihypertensive'

Princeton's WordNet

1. (noun) antihypertensive, antihypertensive drug
a drug that reduces high blood pressure

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