Angel Dust

Pronunciation: /ˈeɪndʒəl dʌst/

Definitions of angel dust

noun a substance that is sprinkled or sprayed on a marijuana cigarette

Example Sentences

A1 I heard that angel dust is a dangerous drug.

A2 Some people believe that angel dust can cause hallucinations.

B1 The use of angel dust can lead to serious health problems.

B2 Law enforcement agencies are cracking down on the distribution of angel dust.

C1 The effects of angel dust on the brain are still not fully understood.

C2 There have been reports of addiction and overdose related to angel dust use.

Examples of angel dust in a Sentence

formal The substance known as angel dust is a powerful hallucinogen that can have dangerous effects on the brain and body.

informal I heard some people at the party were using angel dust, but I stayed away from it.

slang I can't believe he's still into that angel dust stuff, it's so risky.

figurative Her mind was clouded with angel dust, making it hard for her to think clearly.

Grammatical Forms of angel dust

• past tense: angel dusted
• plural: angel dusts
• comparative: more angel dust
• superlative: most angel dust
• present tense: angel dusts
• future tense: will angel dust
• perfect tense: have angel dusted
• continuous tense: is angel dusting
• singular: angel dust
• positive degree: angel dust
• infinitive: to angel dust
• gerund: angel dusting
• participle: angel dusted

Origin and Evolution of angel dust

First Known Use: 1960 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'angel dust' originated as a slang term for the drug phencyclidine (PCP), which was popularized in the 1960s and 1970s.

Evolution of the word: Initially used as a euphemism for PCP to disguise its true nature, 'angel dust' later became synonymous with the drug itself in popular culture.