# codeine vs combine

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### codeine
*noun · IPA /ˈkəʊ.diːn/ · frequency rank #33,580*
An addictive alkaloid narcotic derived from opium and used as a hypnotic, analgesic and antitussive; often mixed with aspirin etc.

### combine
*verb · IPA /kəmˈbaɪn/ · frequency rank #5,771*
To bring (two or more things or activities) together; to unite.

## Source
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