Meaning
An addictive alkaloid narcotic derived from opium and used as a hypnotic, analgesic and antitussive; often mixed with aspirin etc.
Etymology
Origin: Ancient Greek
From French codéine, from Ancient Greek κώδεια (kṓdeia, “capsule of the poppy, poppy head”) + -ine.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles: