narcotic — a drug that affects mood or behavior and is sold for nonmedical purposes, especially an illegal one
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a drug that affects mood or behavior and is sold for nonmedical purposes, especially an illegal one
Pronunciation (IPA): /nɑːrˈkɑːtɪk/
Korean meaning: 마약, 마취제 (기분이나 행동에 영향을 미치는 불법 약물)
Korean pronunciation: 나르-카-틱 (강세: 카)
Example Sentences
- The detective's nose was so good at finding narcotics, criminals nicknamed him 'Bloodhound Bob'.
- After dental surgery, she needed narcotic medication to manage the severe pain.
- The customs officer found narcotics hidden inside teddy bears - talk about stuffed animals!
narcotic
NOUN//nɑːrˈkɑːtɪk//
a drug that affects mood or behavior and is sold for nonmedical purposes, especially an illegal one
Police seizing illegal drugs and substances
In chaotic scenes, narcotics cast hypnotic spells
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🌳Etymology
Origin
그리스어 'narkotikos'에서 유래했으며, 이는 '마비시키는, 무감각하게 하는'이라는 의미입니다. 'narke(마비, 무감각)'라는 어근에서 나온 말로, 바다의 전기가오리를 뜻하는 'torpedo'의 원래 그리스 이름이기도 했습니다.
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📝Examples
“The detective's nose was so good at finding narcotics, criminals nicknamed him 'Bloodhound Bob'.”
“After dental surgery, she needed narcotic medication to manage the severe pain.”
“The customs officer found narcotics hidden inside teddy bears - talk about stuffed animals!”
“Narcotic abuse is a serious public health issue that requires comprehensive treatment programs.”
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