Found 1 items, similar to acetylsalicylic acid.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: acetylsalicylic acid acetylsalicylic acid n : the acetylated derivative of salicylic acid; used as an analgesic anti-inflammatory drug (trade names Bayer and Empirin) usually taken in tablet form; used as an antipyretic; slows clotting of the blood by poisoning platelets [syn: aspirin, Bayer, Empirin]