Codeine

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1. Noun

One of the opium alkaloids; a white crystalline substance, C18H21NO3, similar to and regarded as a derivative of morphine, but much feebler in its action; -- called also codeia.

2. Noun

derivative of opium; used as an antitussive (to relieve coughing) and an analgesic (to relieve pain)
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