Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mainline
verb
/ˈmeɪnˌlaɪn/
Definition
To administer a drug directly into the main bloodstream through a vein.
Examples
- He had to mainline the medication for it to work quickly.
- Due to her severe condition, the doctor advised her to mainline the treatment.
Meaning
Mainline commonly refers to the act of injecting drugs intravenously, allowing for immediate and powerful effects on the body.
Synonyms
- Inject
- Administer
- Intravenous
