battery-acid
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Definition
Noun: 1. A slang term for the hallucinogenic drug LSD (lysergic acid diethylamide): This is a street name used to refer to the potent psychedelic substance known for its mind-altering effects.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- He had a bad trip after taking battery-acid at the concert.
- The dealer was caught selling a substance known on the street as battery-acid.
Advanced Usage
- The term is used almost exclusively in informal or illicit contexts to refer to LSD. It emphasizes the drug's potency and potential corrosive effect on the mind, drawing a metaphorical comparison to actual battery acid.
Variants and Related Words
- LSD: The standard abbreviation for lysergic acid diethylamide.
- Acid: A more common and general street name for LSD.
- Lysergic acid diethylamide: The full chemical name.
Synonyms
- Acid
- LSD
- Blotter (a common form in which LSD is distributed)
- Lucy (slang)
Important Note
- "Battery-acid" is a slang term with a very specific, illegal referent. It is not used in formal or technical writing and does not refer to the actual acidic electrolyte found in electrical batteries in this context.
Noun
- street name for lysergic acid diethylamide