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halcion

 

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Noun halcion has 1 sense
  1. triazolam, Halcion - a form of benzodiazepine (trade name Halcion) frequently prescribed as a sleeping pill; usually given to people who have trouble falling asleep
    --1 is a kind of benzodiazepine

Definitions from the Web

Halcion

Noun

(Medicine)

A brand name for the drug triazolam, which belongs to a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. It is primarily used to treat insomnia, and it works by slowing down the central nervous system to induce sleep.

Sample Sentence: The doctor prescribed Halcion to help the patient with their persistent sleeplessness.

Adjective

(Popular)

Describing something widely accepted or well-known among a large number of people.

Sample Sentence: The band's latest album became a halcion hit, topping the charts within days of its release.

Adjective

(Local)

Referring to something specific or characteristic of a particular locality or region.

Sample Sentence: The restaurant's menu features some delicious halcion dishes inspired by the local cuisine.

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