methamphetamine

Definition

A highly addictive phenethylamine stimulant drug. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (S)-N-methyl-1-phenylpropan-2-amine.

Etymology

From meth- + amphetamine; 1945–1950.

Example Sentences

• "Near-synonyms: crystal meth, ice (formulation-specific nicknames); speed (also includes other similar drugs)"
• "Methamphetamine is more potent than dexamphetamine which is in turn more potent than its racemate amphetamine."
• "A cloud of smoke from two pounds of methamphetamine seized by the FBI and incinerated inside a Montana animal shelter sent its workers to the hospital, city officials in Billings said."