English Explanatory Dictionary

naproxen

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A certain non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that inhibits the COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes and thereby reduces pain, fever, inflammation, and stiffness.

Pronunciation

/nəˈpɹɒksən/ /nəˈpɹɑksən/

Word forms

naproxen

Etymology

Blend of naphthyl + propionic + oxy- + -en.

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