Over the counter In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "over the counter", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-04-28 01:04

Meaning of Over the counter

Over the counter adverb phrase adjective phrase

Drugs sold in pharmacy can be bought without a prescription 

You can buy over-the-counter medicines to stop diarrhea.

When I have a blocked nose, I would prefer to buy a nasal spray over the counter at the pharmacy rather than see the doctor.

My mom used over-the-counter remedies to treat my cough.

Stocks do not appear in an official stock exchange list 

Buying over-the-counter stocks can make great profits but it's also very risky.

Other phrases about:

take stock (of somebody or something)

1. To make an inventory

2. To carefully think about something before making a decision

Grammar and Usage of Over the counter

  • over-the-counter

Origin of Over the counter

Adjective phrase over-the-counter is attested from 1875, originally of stocks and shares.

The Origin Cited: etymology.com .
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