anti-drug
|an-ti-drug|
B2
/ˈæn.ti.drʌɡ/
against drugs
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anti-drug' originates from the prefix 'anti-' meaning 'against' and the word 'drug', referring to substances that can alter the mind or body.
Historical Evolution
'anti-drug' was formed in modern English by combining 'anti-' with 'drug' to describe opposition to drug use.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'against drugs', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
opposed to or against the use of illegal drugs.
The government launched an anti-drug campaign to reduce substance abuse.
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Last updated: 2025/02/06 18:06