NYT Dictionary

DETOX

/ˈdiːtɒks/
NounVerbGrade 11

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2026

Meaning

Detoxification, especially of the body from alcohol or addictive drugs.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Clipping of detoxification.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

detox warddetoxify

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 4 recorded puzzles:

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