crystal meth
crystal methamphetamine
Definition of crystal meth
: methamphetamine in the form of crystals of its hydrochloride salt C10H15N·HCl when used illicitly for smoking, snorting, or injecting Crystal meth is so addictive that users often need to make several attempts to break their habit. — Jeremy Quittner —called also crank, crystal, ice
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Origin and Etymology of crystal meth
meth short for methamphetamine
CRYSTAL METH Defined for English Language Learners
crystal meth
Definition of crystal meth for English Language Learners
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: an illegal drug in the form of crystals that causes you to feel more energetic and alert when you smoke it
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crystal meth
crystal methamphetamine
Medical Definition of crystal meth
: methamphetamine in the form of crystals of its hydrochloride salt C10H15N·HCl when used illicitly for smoking, snorting, or injecting—called also crank, crystal, ice
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