tranx

English

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /tɹæŋks/
• Rhymes: -æŋks

Noun

tranx pl (normally plural, singular trank or tranq)

1. (slang) Medicinal tranquilizers for human consumption, whether legal or illegal.
   • 1975, Russell H. Greenan, Heart of Gold, page 114:

     "If the girl wants to sleep, let her do it on her own time. She must have gulped a handful of tranx, for Christ's sake. I couldn't even get her to make conversation."
     "Hey, man—now listen. Greta wouldn't take no tranx when she's working."

   • 1988, New Society, page 134:

     No tranx
     Minor tranquillisers are among the world's most commonly prescribed drugs.

Related terms

• see: tranquilizer