Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dero

noun

/ˈdɛəroʊ/

Definition

A term used to describe a person who has succumbed to the consequences of chronic drug abuse and has become socially disconnected or derelict.

Examples

After years of substance abuse, he found himself living on the streets as a dero.
The town’s dero population has grown, raising concerns among community leaders.
Many deros struggle to reintegrate into society after long periods of addiction.

Meaning

The word ‘dero’ is a slang term that originated from Australian English, referring specifically to individuals, often young adults, who have fallen into a lifestyle marked by severe neglect and substance dependence.