Inhalant
(noun)
A substance that is inhaled, especially as a means of inducing a narcotic or anesthetic effect.
Origin:
From the latin verb inhalo meaning 'to breathe in'.
Examples:
- Inhalants are dangerous and can cause serious health problems.
- Abusing inhalants is a common form of substance abuse.
- The patient was given an inhalant to help them relax before the procedure.
- Some common inhalants include nitrous oxide and gasoline.
- Inhalant abuse is particularly prevalent among young people.