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Definition of drugstore

drugstore

/ˈdrʌɡ.stɔːr/
drug · store
Plural:drugstores
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drugstore Lexical Profile

drugstore Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

North American A retail store featuring a pharmacy that dispenses prescription medications alongside over-the-counter drugs, cosmetics, toiletries, and general household items.

Example

"I stopped by the local drugstore on my way home to pick up a prescription and some bandages."

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• adjective

1

North American Sold at or characteristic of a retail pharmacy, especially as being inexpensive, mass-produced, or widely accessible compared to luxury or boutique alternatives.

Example

"She prefers using affordable drugstore cosmetics over expensive department store brands."

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Word Nuance & Usage

'Drugstore' is primarily used in North American English for a retail pharmacy that also sells cosmetics, snacks, and household sundries, whereas British English typically uses 'chemist' or 'pharmacy'.

• Nearby Words

drugless
druglord
drugmaker
drugstore
druid
drum
drumbeat

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Drugstore. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/drugstore
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