Methamphetamine
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌmɛθæmˈfɛtəˌmiːn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Methamphetamine is a noun meaning A highly addictive phenethylamine stimulant drug. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (S)-N-methyl-1-phenylpropan-2-amine.
Meaning
A highly addictive phenethylamine stimulant drug. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (S)-N-methyl-1-phenylpropan-2-amine.
Example Sentences
Near-synonyms: crystal meth, ice (formulation-specific nicknames); speed (also includes other similar drugs)
Methamphetamine is more potent than dexamphetamine which is in turn more potent than its racemate amphetamine.
A cloud of smoke from two pounds of methamphetamine seized by the FBI and incinerated inside a Montana animal shelter sent its workers to the hospital, city officials in Billings said.
Word Forms
- methamphetamines
- metamfetamine
Synonyms for methamphetamine
Depending on context, synonyms include chalk, crank, crystal, fire, glass, go fast.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include methedrine, meth, deoxyephedrine, amphetamine, racemate, smokable.
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