A powerful and addictive drug derived from opium producing intense euphoria classed as an illegal narcotic in most of the world. from late 19th century
a morphine derivative, diacetyl morphine, used to relieve severe pain and as a sedative. It is highly addictive, and its use is strictly controlled in the U.S. by federal law. It is a popular strong narcotic drug of abuse, in part because it is more soluble than morphine. It is sometimes included as one of the components of Brompton's mixture, used to control pain in terminallly ill patients.
A woman of an heroic spirit.
The principal female person who figures in a remarkable action, or as the subject of a poem or story.
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【Heroin】 is a drug.
【Heroine】 is the principal female character in a novel, poem, or drama. It can also refer to a woman noted for courage, daring action, or special achievement.
A powerful and addictive drug derived from opium producing intense euphoria classed as an illegal narcotic in most of the world. from late 19th century
a morphine derivative, diacetyl morphine, used to relieve severe pain and as a sedative. It is highly addictive, and its use is strictly controlled in the U.S. by federal law. It is a popular strong narcotic drug of abuse, in part because it is more soluble than morphine. It is sometimes included as one of the components of Brompton's mixture, used to control pain in terminallly ill patients.
A woman of an heroic spirit.
The principal female person who figures in a remarkable action, or as the subject of a poem or story.