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

1. street name for lysergic acid diethylamide