research chemical
- noun
- /ˈriːsɜːrʧ ˈkɛmɪkəl/
- NSFW
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droga de diseño
- Authorities warn that ingesting a single dose of a research chemical can cause unpredictable side effects.
Examples
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He bought a research chemical labelled 'not for human consumption' from an online seller.
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Some vendors market research chemical products as safe for recreational use despite unknown risks.
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Many research chemicals are sold online without regulation.
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A research chemical can have unpredictable effects on users.
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Many people unknowingly experiment with a research chemical when they buy substances from unregulated websites.
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Taking a research chemical can lead to serious health issues due to its unknown composition and effects.
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The appeal of a research chemical lies in the thrill of trying something new, despite the potential dangers involved.
Synonyms
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7.6
A substance made by chemists to copy an illegal drug and avoid the law
A chemical used in scientific research that is not controlled by authorities
How Risky
- NSFW
- NSFW
5
7.6
541
3.2
- Specialized
18
4.6
Surface Forms
Morphology
The literal composition 'research' (investigation) + 'chemical' (a substance) transparently yields 'a chemical used for research', which a B1 learner who knows both words can infer. However, the common colloquial sense—a euphemistic label for designer or psychoactive drugs sold as 'research chemicals'—is a specialized, culture-bound meaning not predictable from the parts, so the item is only partially transparent.
Etymology
Research chemical became a name some sellers used when they called new designer drugs research chemicals and put 'not for human consumption' on the label to avoid the law, making them seem like lab substances. So the phrase now also means 'a designer or mind-altering drug sold for people to use, often with unknown effects and safety'.