GHB

G2H4B3

A form of gamma-hydroxybutyrate — Any salt or ester of gamma-hydroxybutyric acid, especially the sodium or potassium salts used as the drug "fantasy".

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Meanings

nounGHB (uncountable)
  1. abbreviationinitialismuncountablebiochemistryInitialism of gamma-hydroxybutyrate, often used as a date rape drug.

    Synonyms: gamma-hydroxybutyric acid, liquid ecstasy

Synonyms & antonyms

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nouna club drug available in liquid or powder form is taken orally (frequently combined with alcohol); used to incapacitate individuals for the commission of sexual assault and rape

Similar
gamma hydroxybutyrate
Broader
club drug
Also see
gamma-hydroxybutyrate

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