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Drug
01
any substance that is used for medicinal purposes
Examples
Drugs prescribed by doctors play a crucial role in treating various medical conditions, from antibiotics for infections to painkillers for managing discomfort.
Over-the-counter drugs, like aspirin or cough syrup, are readily available without a prescription and are used to alleviate common ailments such as headaches or cold symptoms.
1.1
any illegal substance that people take in order to experience its mental or physical effects
Examples
Drugs, like cocaine and heroin, can have profound and often harmful effects on individuals' mental and physical health.
Many countries have strict laws and regulations in place to combat the production, distribution, and use of illicit drugs.
to drug
01
to give a substance to a person or animal, typically for medical reasons
Transitive: to drug a person or animal
Examples
The nurse will carefully drug the patient with pain medication following the surgery.
Veterinarians often need to drug animals to facilitate examinations or treatments.
02
to consume or use illegal drugs
Intransitive
Examples
The teenager was arrested for drugging with illegal pills at a party.
She was caught drugging in a club, despite knowing the risks involved.
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