What is another word for poppers?

Pronunciation: [pˈɒpəz] (IPA)

Poppers are a type of recreational drug that is inhaled for its euphoric and intense effect. There are various synonyms used for poppers, such as butyl nitrate, amyl nitrite, and isobutyl nitrite. These names are mostly based on the compounds used to manufacture the drug. Poppers are often used during sex or in clubs because of their ability to relax the muscles and increase blood flow, which gives an intense feeling of pleasure. Although legal, the side effects of using poppers can range from headaches and dizziness to more severe health issues, such as respiratory problems and organ damage.

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Usage examples for Poppers

Only when the four ushers tiptoed about with the collection boxes on the end of handles, like exaggerated corn-poppers, did the lethargy into which he had fallen break for a moment.
"The Adventures of Bobby Orde"
Stewart Edward White
Between three and four daily, at Costecalde the gunsmith's, a stout stern pipe-smoker might be seen in a green leather-covered arm-chair in the centre of the shop crammed with cap-poppers, they all on foot and wrangling.
"Tartarin of Tarascon"
Alphonse Daudet
Hence our dauntless cap-poppers looked at one another how proudly!
"Tartarin of Tarascon"
Alphonse Daudet

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