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poppers Meaning & Definition

What Does Poppers Mean?

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

Poppers Definition (Noun)

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

Noun

plural of popper

Synonyms of Poppers

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Word Forms & Grammar

poppers (uncountable)

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Words That Rhyme With Poppers

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Origin of Poppers

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.