oxycodone

English

/ˌɒk.sɪˈkəʊ.dəʊn/, /ˌɑk.sɪˈkoʊˌdoʊn/

noun
Definitions
  • (pharmaceutical drug) A synthetic analgesic drug (trademark OxyContin) that is similar to morphine in its effects.

Etymology

Affix from English hydroxy + English codeine.

Origin

English

codeine

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