apothecary

[əˈpɒθəkəri]

apothecary Definition

  • 1a person who prepared and sold medicines and drugs
  • 2a pharmacy or drugstore

Using apothecary: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "apothecary" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The apothecary mixed a special ointment for the patient.

  • Example

    She went to the apothecary to buy some cough syrup.

  • Example

    The old apothecary shop had a distinct smell of herbs and spices.

apothecary Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for apothecary

Phrases with apothecary

  • apothecary's weight

    a system of weights used by apothecaries for measuring drugs and medicines

    Example

    The medicine was measured using the apothecary's weight system.

  • apothecary's shop

    a place where medicines and drugs are prepared and sold

    Example

    The apothecary's shop was a popular destination for people seeking remedies for their ailments.

  • a glass jar used for storing medicines and drugs

    Example

    The apothecary jar on the shelf contained a collection of dried herbs and flowers.

Origins of apothecary

from Latin 'apotheca', meaning 'storehouse'

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Summary: apothecary in Brief

An 'apothecary' [əˈpɒθəkəri] is a person who prepares and sells medicines and drugs, or a pharmacy or drugstore. The term comes from the Latin 'apotheca', meaning 'storehouse.' Phrases like 'apothecary's weight' and 'apothecary's shop' use 'apothecary' to denote a system of weights used for measuring drugs and a place where medicines are prepared and sold, respectively.