methaqualone

English

Etymology

meth + aqua + -al + -one

Noun

methaqualone (countable and uncountable, plural methaqualones)

  1. (pharmacology) A sedative drug that has effects similar to barbiturates. Also used recreationally.
    Synonyms: Quaalude, lude

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