morphinism

noun

mor·phin·ism ˈmȯr-ˌfē-ˌni-zəm

-fə-

: a disordered condition of health produced by habitual use of morphine

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of morphinism was in 1882

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“Morphinism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/morphinism. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.

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morphinism

noun

mor·phin·ism ˈmȯr-ˌfē-ˌniz-əm, -fə-

: a disordered condition of health produced by habitual use of morphine

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