Phrase guide

chemist's shop

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Synonym of pharmacy, especially when run as a small standalone general store.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Australia, New-Zealand, UK

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: pharmacy

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

a retail shop where medicine and other articles are sold

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: drugstore, apothecary's shop, chemist's, pharmacy

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: shop, store

History

Etymology

In British, Australian, and New Zealand English chemist is a synonym for pharmacist.