noun Uncommon

narcotics

Narcotics (noun) means Drugs that dull pain and induce sleep, especially illegal opioids, considered as a category. Example: “The unit specializes in tracking narcotics smuggling across the border.”

noun

Drugs that dull pain and induce sleep, especially illegal opioids, considered as a category.

"The unit specializes in tracking narcotics smuggling across the border."

"Possession of narcotics carries a heavy penalty in this state."

How to use narcotics

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe plural of narcotic, usually referring to illegal drugs collectively.

Common pairings

narcotics squad narcotics possession

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Etymology

From narcotic + -s.

Rhymes for narcotics

robotics

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Frequently asked questions

What does “narcotics” mean?

The word “narcotics” means drugs that dull pain and induce sleep, especially illegal opioids, considered as a category. In plain terms, the plural of narcotic, usually referring to illegal drugs collectively.

How do you use “narcotics” in a sentence?

Here is “narcotics” used in a sentence: “The unit specializes in tracking narcotics smuggling across the border.”

What part of speech is “narcotics”?

“Narcotics” is a noun.

Is “narcotics” a common word?

“Narcotics” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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