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Definition of paracetamol

paracetamol

/ˌpærəˈsiːtəmɒl/
par · a · cet · a · mol
Plural:paracetamols
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paracetamol Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

British A widely used over-the-counter analgesic and antipyretic drug taken to relieve mild to moderate pain and reduce fever; known in North America as acetaminophen.

Example

"The pharmacist recommended taking paracetamol and drinking plenty of fluids to help bring down the fever."

Synonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

"Paracetamol" is the standard international nonproprietary name used in British, Australian, and Commonwealth English, whereas "acetaminophen" (often sold under the brand name Tylenol) is the standard term used in the United States and Canada for the exact same medication.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the mid-20th century as a contraction of its chemical name, para-acetylaminophenol.

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