pcp

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A hallucinogenic drug: PCP is the common name for phencyclidine, a powerful and dangerous synthetic drug. It was originally developed as an anesthetic but is now used illegally for its mind-altering effects, which can include hallucinations, numbness, aggression, and a sense of detachment from reality.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The police found several bags of PCP during the raid.
    • He was hospitalized after a bad reaction to PCP.
    • The use of PCP can lead to severe psychological distress.
Advanced Usage
  • "Angel dust": A common street name for PCP.
    • The substance, often called "angel dust," is known to cause violent behavior.
Variants and Related Words
  • Phencyclidine (n): The full chemical name for PCP.
    • Phencyclidine is classified as a dissociative anesthetic.
Synonyms
  • Hallucinogen
  • Dissociative drug
  • Angel dust (slang)

Note on the Reference Context: The provided reference context contains two distinct and unrelated definitions for the letter sequence "pcp": one for a drug and one for an abbreviation meaning "primary care physician" or "personal care provider." This entry explains only the first definition (the drug), as it is the most common standalone meaning of the word "PCP" in general English usage. The medical professional abbreviation is typically used in specific healthcare contexts and is not the primary definition of the word itself.

Noun
  1. a drug used as an anesthetic by veterinarians; illicitly taken (originally in the form of powder or `dust') for its effects as a hallucinogen
  2. a person who helps in identifying or preventing or treating illness or disability

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