meth
[mɛθ]
Meth is a strong, illegal drug that people use to get high.
The word "meth" is often used in news articles and conversations about crime and addiction. People might say things like "there was a meth lab found in the abandoned house down the street" or "my friend's brother got into trouble with meth". The police and law enforcement agencies are also very interested in shutting down places where people make and sell meth, so they often talk about "meth busts" or "meth raids". When someone is addicted to meth, it can be really hard for them to stop using the drug, and it's not uncommon for people who use meth to experience serious health problems.
How common is "meth"?
Word meth is considered rare in modern English.
It appears most frequently in newspaper texts and less often in other writings.
It appears most frequently in newspaper texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions
noun
Methamphetamine, especially in the form of the crystalline hydrochloride.
Real examples of "meth" in context
