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dope
1. any of a number of preparations made by dissolving cellulose derivatives in a volatile solvent, applied to fabric in order to improve strength, tautness, etc.
2. an additive used to improve the properties of something, such as an antiknock compound added to petrol
3. Slang
a. any illegal drug, usually cannabis
b. (as modifier): a dope fiend
4. a drug administered to a racehorse or greyhound to affect its performance
5. US and Canadian informal a photographic developing solution


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Here they brought him more "duffers and dope," with the addition of a bowl of soup.
I know the gang of cowards in your department so I'd advise you to give the dope to these here so that they can disinfect the premises when they go in.
Some live on hope and some on dope And some on alimony.
 
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