Crack Cocaine Definition

noun
Chemically purified, very potent cocaine in pellet form that is smoked through a glass pipe and is considered highly and rapidly addictive.
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Origin of Crack Cocaine

  • So named due to the break up (crack, cracking) of crystals of cocaine during its manufacture.

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  • From its preparation by breaking cocaine crystals into pellets

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

Crack Cocaine Sentence Examples

  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (a type of counseling) is the most effective response to crack cocaine misuse.

  • A significant quantity of crack cocaine was recovered and he has been charged with possession of crack cocaine with intent to supply.

  • The crack cocaine epidemic was taking its toll on the inner city.

  • If your loved one comes home euphoric and energized, but within a matter of minutes becomes irritable and annoyed, this may be a sign of crack cocaine use.

  • If your loved one begins socializing with a new crowd, many of whom appear to have drug problems, this may be a sign that your he or she may be involved in using crack cocaine or another drug.

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