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heroin Definition and Meaning in English (heroin definition)

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Heroin definition: Heroin is a highly addictive illegal drug derived from morphine, often used illicitly for its euphoric effects.

Definitions of Heroin

  1. 1noun

    Heroin is a highly addictive illegal drug derived from morphine, often used illicitly for its euphoric effects.

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“Heroin addiction is a serious public health crisis.”

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“The police seized a large quantity of heroin during the raid.”

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Heroin definition: Heroin is a highly addictive illegal drug derived from morphine, often used illicitly for its euphoric effects.
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'Heroin' translates to 'heroin' in English. Heroin definition: Heroin is a highly addictive illegal drug derived from morphine, often used illicitly for its euphoric effects.
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