Methamphetamine

//ˌmɛθæmˈfɛtəˌmiːn// noun

noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A highly addictive phenethylamine stimulant drug. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (S)-N-methyl-1-phenylpropan-2-amine. countable, uncountable

    "Near-synonyms: crystal meth, ice (formulation-specific nicknames); speed (also includes other similar drugs)"

  2. 2
    an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant wordnet

Example

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"Tom is a methamphetamine addict."

Etymology

From meth- + amphetamine; 1945–1950.

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