Meaning Of The Word Emetic

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What's The Definition Of Emetic?

emetic
adjective: Something that is emetic makes you vomit.
countable noun: An emetic is something that is given to someone to swallow, in order to make them vomit.

emetic in American English
an emetic medicine or other substance
causing vomiting
adjective: causing vomiting, as a medicinal substance
noun: an emetic medicine or agent

emetic in British English
adjective: causing vomiting
noun: an emetic agent or drug

emetic in the Pharmaceutical Industry
noun: An emetic is a substance that is given to someone in order to make them vomit.

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