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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

expectorant

/ɛkˈspɛktərənt/ noun · British & US
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What does expectorant mean?

noun

A substance that promotes the expulsion of mucus from the lungs and airways, often used to relieve coughs and congestion.

Example

"The doctor prescribed an expectorant to help my child cough up the mucus that was causing her persistent cough."

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