Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crackhead

noun

/ˈkrakˌhɛd/

Definition

A person who is addicted to crack cocaine.

Examples

After struggling with addiction for years, he was labeled a crackhead by his peers.
She turned her life around after being called out for living like a crackhead.
The once thriving neighborhood is now overrun with crackheads seeking their next fix.

Meaning

The term is often used informally to refer to someone who excessively uses crack cocaine, which is a potent form of cocaine that is smoked. It can also imply erratic or irresponsible behavior as a result of this addiction.