Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
freebase
Noun
/ˈfriːbeɪs/
Definition
Freebase refers to a specific form of a drug, particularly cocaine, that is purified and made smokable by the removal of hydrochloride, but it can also refer more generally to the act of extracting a substance from its salt form in order to enhance its psychoactive effects.
Examples
- Many people seek to freebase cocaine for a quicker and more intense high.
- The process of freebasing involves using chemicals to purify the cocaine.
- Freebase can refer to the extraction technique used not only with cocaine but also with other substances.
Meaning
In the context of drugs, freebase is often used to describe a method of using cocaine that allows for a more potent and immediate effect, due to the way it is processed. It can also imply a form of extracting a base form of a compound from its salt version, making it more bioavailable for consumption.
Synonyms
- Crack
- Base cocaine
- Extract
