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poppers.

Drugs of the alkyl nitrate class used recreationally as a sexual stimulant, especially among gay men.

7 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun

  1. Drugs of the alkyl nitrate class used recreationally as a sexual stimulant, especially among gay men.

    informal · uncountable
Where this word comes from

Amyl nitrites were originally sold in small glass ampoules wrapped in cloth. Recreational users would crush or "pop" these vials between their fingers to release their vapours, which is thought to be the origin of the slang term.

noun

  1. plural of popper

    form-of · plural
Where this word comes from

Amyl nitrites were originally sold in small glass ampoules wrapped in cloth. Recreational users would crush or "pop" these vials between their fingers to release their vapours, which is thought to be the origin of the slang term.

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