paracetamol
Pronunciation: /ˌparəˈsiːtəmɒl, -ˈsɛt-/
Definition of paracetamol
noun ( plural same or paracetamols)
- a synthetic compound used as a drug to relieve and reduce fever, usually taken in tablet form.
- Alternative name: para-acetylaminophenol; chemical formula: C8H9NO2. Compare with acetaminophen
Origin:
1950s: from par(a-)acet(yl)am(inophen)ol