drug (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /drʌɡ/
Definition
A substance used as a medicine or in making medicines, or a substance that is taken illegally for its pleasant effects.
Examples
The pharmacist gave me the drug for my headache.
He was arrested for selling illegal drugs.
This drug can help reduce your pain.
How to Use drug
- drug for (prepositional phrase)
- A substance used to treat a specific condition. — "This is a new drug for high blood pressure."
- drug addiction (collocation)
- A strong need or desire to take a drug regularly. — "She is seeking help for her drug addiction."
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