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substance abuse

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substance abuse
n.
The overindulgence in and dependence on an addictive substance, especially alcohol or a narcotic drug. Also called chemical abuse.

substance abuser n.
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Noun1.substance abuse - excessive use of drugssubstance abuse - excessive use of drugs              
misuse, abuse - improper or excessive use; "alcohol abuse"; "the abuse of public funds"
alcohol abuse, alcoholic abuse, alcoholism abuse - excessive use of alcohol and alcoholic drinks
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substance abuse
substance abuse nabuso di sostanze tossiche


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