Bufferin (Noun)
Meaning
Aspirin coated with a substance capable of neutralizing acid (trade name Bufferin).
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- She took a Bufferin tablet to alleviate her headache and stomach discomfort.
- The doctor recommended Bufferin to his patient who suffered from acid reflux and arthritis.
- Bufferin was the name of the brand of aspirin that the athlete's coach kept in the team's first aid kit.
- The pharmacist reached for the Bufferin and handed it to the customer, saying "This might be a better option for you."
- After taking the Bufferin, the woman felt relief from her joint pain and indigestion.