acetylsalicylic acid


Definition: Meaning of, acetylsalicylic acid in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˌasɪtʌɪlˌsalɪˈsɪlɪk;-tɪl- /

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  1. trade names Bayer, Empirin, and St. Joseph the acetylated derivative of salicylic acid; used as an analgesic anti-inflammatory drug usually taken in tablet form; used as an antipyretic; slows clotting of the blood by poisoning platelets
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