Over-the-counter
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British pronunciation/ˌəʊvəðəkˈaʊntə/
American pronunciation/ˌoʊvɚðəkˈaʊntɚ/
OTC

Definition & Meaning of "over-the-counter"

over-the-counter
01

(of drugs and medicines) available for purchase without a physician's prescription

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He chose an over-the-counter remedy to ease his indigestion.
You can buy over-the-counter pain relievers at any pharmacy.
02

(of securities) not traded on a stock exchange

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