cough drop

cough drop

noun
a small, medicinal lozenge for relieving a cough, sore throat, hoarseness, etc.

Origin:
1850–55
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cough drop
 
n
a lozenge to relieve a cough

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cough drop n.
A small, often medicated and sweetened lozenge taken orally to ease coughing or soothe a sore throat.

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