Main Entry: meth·a·done

Pronunciation: \ˈmeth-ə-ˌdōn\

Variant(s): also meth·a·don \-ˌdän\

Function: noun

: a synthetic addictive narcotic drug used especially in the form of its hydrochloride C₂₁H₂₇NO·HCl for the relief of pain and as a substitute narcotic in the treatment of heroin addiction—called also amidone