The phrase "to chase the dragon" refers to inhaling the vapor of heroin (or similar opioids) after heating it on foil, then following the drifting smoke as it is inhaled. The structure is metaphorical slang, where "dragon" represents the elusive vapor and the act suggests trying to keep up with it. It is commonly used in drug-related contexts to describe this method of heroin use.

What does "to chase the dragon" mean in drug slang?

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Definition und Bedeutung von „ chase the dragon“ im Englischen

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