cough drop

noun

: a lozenge or troche used to relieve coughing

Examples of cough drop in a Sentence

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Lastly, dextromethorphan can interact with ADHD and antidepressant medications, so cough drops are a safer alternative. — Dr. Jill Grimes, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026 That’s why peppermint is so common in cold medicines and cough drops. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026 Sales of Cardinal’s consumer healthcare products, such as crutches, canes and its Leader brand of cough drops and other over-the-counter medications, are also reported here. — Zev Fima, CNBC, 11 Aug. 2026 Well, the one who wouldn’t let a creepy old man buy her cough drops knows what is up, but State Farm is doomed. — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 24 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for cough drop

Word History

First Known Use

1806, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cough drop was in 1806

Rhymes for cough drop

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cough drop
cough mixture
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“Cough drop.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cough%20drop. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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Kids Definition

cough drop

noun
: a small piece of candy or a tablet that contains medicine and is used to relieve coughing

Medical Definition

cough drop

noun
: a lozenge or troche used to relieve coughing
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