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LSD

noun
\ ˌel-(ˌ)es-ˈdē How to pronounce LSD (audio) \

Definition of LSD

: a semisynthetic illicit organic compound C20H25N3O derived from ergot that induces extreme sensory distortions, altered perceptions of reality, and intense emotional states, that may also produce delusions or paranoia, and that may sometimes cause panic reactions in response to the effects experienced

called also lysergic acid diethylamide

First Known Use of LSD

1950, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for LSD

German Lysergsäure-Diäthylamid lysergic acid diethylamide

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LSD

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English Language Learners Definition of LSD

: an illegal drug that causes people to see and hear things that do not really exist

LSD

noun
\ ˌel-ˌes-ˈdē How to pronounce LSD (audio) \

Kids Definition of LSD

: a dangerous drug that causes hallucinations

LSD

noun
\ ˌel-ˌes-ˈdē How to pronounce LSD (audio) \

Medical Definition of LSD

: a semisynthetic illicit organic compound C20H25N3O derived from ergot that induces extreme sensory distortions, altered perceptions of reality, and intense emotional states, that may also produce delusions or paranoia, and that may sometimes cause panic reactions in response to the effects experienced

called also acid, lysergic acid diethylamide, lysergide

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