Definition

A company or person that produces medicines and drugs for medical use.

Example

The drugmaker announced a new vaccine that will be available next year.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new drugmaker that just opened in town?

No, I didn't! What do they specialize in?

They focus on developing affordable medications for common diseases.

That's great! It'll really help the community.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Drugmaker → It is formed from "drug" (from Middle English *drogge*, meaning a substance used for medicinal purposes) and "maker" (from Old English *macian*, meaning to make or create). The word "drugmaker" refers to a person or company that creates or produces medicinal substances.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'makes' ('maker') 'medicinal substances' ('drug') — that's what a drugmaker does.

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