narcotic

/nɑrkˈɑtɪk/

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Definitions

Adjective
of or relating to or designating narcotics; "narcotic addicts"; "narcotic stupor"
Adjective Satellite
inducing stupor or narcosis; "narcotic drugs"
Adjective Satellite
inducing mental lethargy; "a narcotic speech"
Noun
a drug that produces numbness or stupor; often taken for pleasure or to reduce pain; extensive use can lead to addiction

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