potecary

/əˈpɒθɪkɛrɪ/; /əˈpɒθɪkəri/; /əˈpɒθɪkˌɛəri/; /əˈpɒθəkɛri/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who prepares and sells medicines and medical remedies, especially in a former time.

“The apothecary carefully measured out the prescribed dose of medicine.”

2. noun

A shop or store where medicines and medical remedies are sold.

“The apothecary on Main Street was a popular destination for health products.”

3. verb

To prepare and dispense medicines and medical remedies.

“The pharmacist apothecaryed the prescription with care and attention to detail.”

Synonyms

  • chemist
  • druggist
  • pharmacist

Antonyms

  • toxicologist