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drugged

|drugged|

/drʌɡd/

(drug)

substance affecting the body

Base Form	Plural	Present	3rd Person Sing.	Past	Past Participle	Present Participle
drug	drugs	drugging	drugs	drugged	drugged	drugging

Etymology

Etymology Information

'drug' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'drogge,' where it referred to medicinal substances.

Historical Evolution

'drogge' transformed into the modern English word 'drug' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'medicinal substance,' but over time it evolved to include illegal substances and the act of administering them.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

past tense or past participle form of 'drug'.

She drugged his drink without him noticing.

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Adjective 1

under the influence of a drug, especially one that induces sleep or stupor.

He was found drugged and unconscious in the alley.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45