ドラッグ
also: ドラック
Meanings
1
General term for pharmaceutical drugs and medicines, often used in medical or scientific contexts.
This drug is said to have few side effects.
Developing a new drug takes a long time.
2
illegal drug; narcotics
Refers specifically to illegal or recreational drugs; often used in news or legal contexts.
He was arrested for drug use.
Drug trafficking is strictly controlled.
Usage patterns
- ドラッグを使用するto use drugs
He used drugs when he was young.
- ドラッグに手を出すto get involved with drugs (start using them)
She got drawn into drugs after a friend invited her.
- ドラッグを密売するto deal (sell illegally) drugs
The man was arrested on suspicion of dealing drugs.
- ドラッグに依存するto become dependent on drugs
After years of drug dependence, he finally sought treatment.