cough drop
Plural
cough drops
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a small, medicated lozenge designed to dissolve in the mouth and soothe coughs or throat irritation
- She took a cough drop to relieve her sore throat.
- Cough drops come in different flavors, such as honey and menthol.
- He kept a cough drop in his pocket for when his throat got dry.
- Cough drops help reduce throat irritation and suppress coughing.
- She always carries a pack of cough drops in her bag during winter.