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Definition of oxycodone

oxycodone

/ˌɑːk.siˈkoʊ.doʊn/
ox · y · co · done
Plural:oxycodones
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oxycodone Lexical Profile

oxycodone Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A potent, semi-synthetic opioid analgesic medication derived from thebaine, prescribed to relieve moderate to severe pain and carrying a high risk of dependency.

Example

"The surgeon prescribed a short course of oxycodone to help the patient manage acute post-operative pain."

Word Nuance & Usage

Oxycodone is the generic name of the active pharmaceutical ingredient, whereas OxyContin is a specific brand-name, extended-release formulation of the drug.

• Rhymes for oxycodone

• Nearby Words

oxtail
oxus
oxy
oxycodone
oxygen
oxygenate
oxymoron

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 20th century as a chemical blend of the prefix 'oxy-' (indicating a hydroxyl group), 'codeine' (derived from Greek 'kodeia', meaning poppy head), and the chemical suffix '-one' (denoting a ketone).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Oxycodone. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/oxycodone
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