Meaning of over the counter | Babel Free
Definitions
- Through direct trade; outside a standard stock exchange.
- Able to be obtained without a doctor's prescription.
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Legitimately. figuratively
Examples
“Over-the-counter ED treatments are a poor substitute for prescription sex drugs or good old weed.”
“A federal judge on Friday ordered that the most common morning-after pill be made available over the counter for all ages, instead of requiring a prescription for girls 16 and younger.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.