detoxed
|de-toxed|
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/ˈdiːtɑks/
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/ˈdiːtɒks/
(detox)
removal of toxins
Etymology
'detox' originates from English as a clipped form of 'detoxify' (or 'detoxification'), where the prefix 'de-' meant 'remove' and 'toxic' came from Latin 'toxicus' meaning 'poisonous'.
'detox' changed from longer forms such as 'detoxify' and 'detoxification' (20th century usage in medical and recovery contexts) and eventually became the shorter colloquial verb and noun 'detox'.
Initially it referred specifically to medical removal of poisons or detoxification; over time it broadened to include general cleansing regimens, abstaining from addictive substances, and commercial 'detox' programs.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'detox' — underwent or caused to undergo detoxification (to remove toxic substances from the body) or ceased addictive substance use as part of a detox process.
She detoxed under medical supervision and gradually regained her health.
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Adjective 1
having undergone detoxification; cleansed of toxins or recovered from substance dependence.
After the program she felt detoxed and more energetic.
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