morphinism

morphinism
morphinism [môr′fēn iz΄əm, môr′finiz΄əm]
n.
1. a diseased condition resulting from excessive use of morphine
2. addiction to morphine

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mor·phin·ism (môrʹfē-nĭz'əm, môrʹfə-) n.
1. Addiction to morphine.
2. A diseased condition caused by habitual or addictive use of morphine.
  morʹphin·ist n.

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