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Benzedrine

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Ben·ze·drine  (bnz-drn)
A trademark formerly used for a preparation of amphetamine.
Benzedrine [ˈbɛnzɪˌdriːn -drɪn]
n
(Medicine / Pharmacology) (Law / Recreational Drugs) a trademark for amphetamine
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.Benzedrine - a form of amphetamine
bennie
amphetamine, pep pill, upper, speed - a central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression
trademark - a formally registered symbol identifying the manufacturer or distributor of a product
Translations
Benzedrine® [ˈbenzɪdriːn] N → bencedrina ® f
Benzedrine®
n → Benzedrin nt
Benzedrine® [ˈbɛnzɪˌdriːn] n → benzedrina ®
Benzedrine® [ˈbɛnzɪˌdriːn] n → benzedrina ®


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During the war, she relied on the alcohol and the stimulant Benzedrine to get her through.
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