drug · noun C /drʌg/
drug (MEDICINE)
B2 any natural or artificially made chemical which is used as a medicine
Dictionary examples:
anti-cancer/fertility/pain-killing drugs
a prescription/over-the-counter drug
He takes several drugs for his condition.
Learner example:
A great many drug companies all over the world have reduced input of dangerous chemicals into rivers, lakes and seas. (First Certificate in English; B2; Polish)
drug (ILLEGAL SUBSTANCE)
B2 any natural or artificially made chemical which is taken for pleasure, to improve someone's performance of an activity, or because a person cannot stop using it
Dictionary examples:
illegal drugs
a drug addict
drug addiction/abuse
She began to suspect that her son was on/taking/doing drugs.
Learner example:
Of course, I have never taken drugs. (First Certificate in English; B2; Catalan)
