noun Download 🔗Share Any salt or ester of barbituric acid. Examples : "The doctor warned that long-term use of barbiturates could be addictive and have serious side effects. " medicine substance chemistry Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share Any of derivatives of barbituric acid that act as depressants of the central nervous system and are used as sedatives or hypnotics. Examples : "The doctor warned the patient about the risks of taking barbiturates for insomnia due to their potential for addiction and serious side effects. " medicine substance chemistry Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading