methedrine

noun

meth·​e·​drine ˈme-thə-ˌdrēn How to pronounce methedrine (audio)
-drən
: methamphetamine

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Her father is a recovering alcoholic, opiate and crystal methedrine addict who left the family when Ms. Danler was 3, Ms. Danler writes in the book. —Alex Williams, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2020

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Word History

Etymology

from Methedrine, a trademark

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of methedrine was in 1939

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“Methedrine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/methedrine. Accessed 31 Mar. 2023.

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methedrine

noun
meth·​e·​drine ˈmeth-ə-drən How to pronounce methedrine (audio) -drēn How to pronounce methedrine (audio)
: methamphetamine
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