MEPERIDINE - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

a synthetic narcotic drug (trade name Demerol) used to treat pain

Categories: Narcotic

Synonyms

Meperidine hydrochloride, Demerol, Meperidine

🔗 Related Words

methyl – A related word in the same word family.

piperidine – A related word in the same word family.

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