laudanum

/ˈlɔdənəm/
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Other forms: laudanums

Definitions of laudanum
  1. noun
    narcotic consisting of an alcohol solution of opium or any preparation in which opium is the main ingredient
    synonyms: tincture of opium
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    type of:
    opiate
    a narcotic drug that contains opium or an opium derivative
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