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opioid

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o·pi·oid  (p-oid)
n.
See opiate.
adj.
Opiate.
[opi(um) + -oid.]
opioid [ˈəʊpɪˌɔɪd]
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Physiology)
a.  any of a group of substances that resemble morphine in their physiological or pharmacological effects, esp in their pain-relieving properties
b.  (modifier) of or relating to such substances opioid receptor opioid analgesic
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