drug abuse

/drəg əˌbjuz/
/drəg əˈbjus/
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Definitions of drug abuse
  1. noun
    excessive use of drugs
    synonyms: habit, substance abuse
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    types:
    alcohol abuse, alcoholic abuse, alcoholism abuse
    excessive use of alcohol and alcoholic drinks
    type of:
    abuse, misuse
    improper or excessive use
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