# thiazide

> English word · Noun · IPA /ˈθʌɪ.əz.ʌɪd/

## Definitions
1. Any of a class of sulfur-containing drugs that increase the excretion of sodium and chloride and are used as diuretics and to assist in lowering the blood pressure.

## Etymology
From thio- + azine + oxide, or blend of (benzo)thia(di)azine + dioxide.

## Source
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