dope

☆ dope [dōp ]

n.

[Du doop, sauce, dip, baptism < doopen, to dip < Gmc * dup-, to be deep: see DIMPLE]

1. any thick liquid or pasty substance, or other material, used to lubricate or absorb something

2.

a) a dressing, varnish, or filler, as for protecting the cloth covering of airplane wings, surfaces, etc.

b) any additive, as a food preservative

3. a drug used to stimulate or hinder a racehorse's performance

4. Informal any drug or narcotic, or such drugs collectively

5. Informal a slow-witted, stupid, or lethargic person

6. Slang

a) advance information on a racehorse's condition

b) any information, esp. as used for prediction

7. [Slang, Chiefly Southeast] a carbonated drink, usually cola

8. Photog. a developer

vt.

doped, doping

1. to give dope to; treat with dope

2. to drug or stupefy

3. to introduce an adulterant, additive, or impurity into (another substance) in order to produce a deliberate change

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dope out

Slang to figure out or work out; solve