Definitions
n. A substance used to prevent or treat illness.
药物
n. A substance taken for its effects on mind or body.
毒品
v. To give someone a substance that makes them unconscious or weak.
给…下药
Example
The doctor prescribed a drug to ease her pain.
医生开了一种药来缓解她的疼痛。
New drug development requires extensive testing to ensure that treatments are both safe and effective.
新药研发需要进行大量测试，以确保治疗既安全又有效。
Collocations
- prescription drug
- drug development
- drug abuse
- drug resistance
Word family
- drugged (adj.)
Synonyms
- medicine
- medication
Usage tip
可指治病的药，也可指毒品，须看语境。
FAQ
- What does drug mean?
- A substance used to prevent or treat illness. A substance taken for its effects on mind or body. To give someone a substance that makes them unconscious or weak.
- How is drug pronounced?
- UK /drʌɡ/, US /drʌɡ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
