⚗️apothecary

noun
/əˈpɒθəˌkɛri/

Meaning

A historical term for a person who prepared and sold medicines and drugs.

Example Sentences

The village apothecary provided remedies for many common illnesses.

Synonyms

pharmacist, druggist, chemist, healer

Antonyms

patient, customer

Collocations

village apothecary, local apothecary, apothecary shop

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