Meaning of the word hallucinogenic in English

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hallucinogenic

US /həˌluː.sɪ.noʊˈdʒen.ɪk/
UK /həˌluː.sɪ.noʊˈdʒen.ɪk/
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Adjective

1.

causing hallucinations

Example:
The shaman used hallucinogenic plants in his rituals.
Some mushrooms have hallucinogenic properties.

Noun

1.

a drug that causes hallucinations

Example:
LSD is a well-known hallucinogenic.
The use of hallucinogenics is illegal in many countries.
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