dimenhydrinate en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˌdaɪˌmɛnˈhaɪ.dɹɪˌneɪt/ (General-American)
Etymology
From dim(ethyl) + (b)en(z)hydr(yl) + (am)in(e) + -ate.
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) A crystalline antihistamine over-the-counter drug used to prevent nausea and motion sickness.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| dimenhydrinates | Number=Plur | lexicographic |