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Noun heroin has 1 sense
  1. heroin, diacetylmorphine - a narcotic that is considered a hard drug; a highly addictive morphine derivative; intravenous injection provides the fastest and most intense rush
    --1 is a kind of opiate; hard drug
    --1 has particulars: big H, hell dust, nose drops, smack, thunder

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Heroin

Definition:

Heroin is a highly addictive and illegal drug derived from morphine, which is obtained from the opium poppy.

Senses:

1. Noun (Substance)

An illegal drug that acts as a depressant on the central nervous system, producing a euphoric effect.

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Sample Sentence 1:

The police seized a large quantity of heroin from the drug traffickers.

Sample Sentence 2:

Heroin addiction can have severe consequences for individuals and society.

2. Noun (Popular)

A substance or activity that a person is excessively and compulsively attracted to.

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Sample Sentence 1:

For some people, social media has become their heroin, constantly needing to check for updates.

Sample Sentence 2:

He admitted that gambling had become his heroin and was ruining his life.

3. Noun (Local)

(Specify local sense if applicable)

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Sample Sentence 1:

In certain regions, heroin refers to a popular street food made from thin wheat pancakes.

Sample Sentence 2:

The locals in that town are known for their delicious homemade heroin recipe.

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