MDMA

American  

1. methylene dioxymethamphetamine: an amphetamine derivative, C 11 H 15 NO 2 , that reduces inhibitions and that was used in psychotherapy until it was banned in the U.S. in 1985.

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MDMA British  

abbreviation

1. Also called (informal): ecstasy.  3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine

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Example Sentences

But in a June meeting, an FDA advisory committee declined to recommend MDMA’s approval.

From Salon

FDA psychiatry Director Tiffany Farchione said the agency is “quite concerned by” the allegations and is conducting an investigation that will conclude before an approval decision on MDMA.

From Science Magazine

Then along came George Ricaurte, a neurologist at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, who made a name for himself by touting the alleged neurotoxic and lethal effects of MDMA.

From Scientific American

Some people even say it’s reminiscent of MDMA, or ecstasy, albeit in a very low-key, more ephemeral way.

From Seattle Times

The inquest opening in Northallerton was told he died of multiple organ failure due to the effects of taking the drug "identified as MDMA".

From BBC