: detoxification from an intoxicating or addictive substance
a detox clinic
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: a program or facility for assisting a person undergoing detoxification from an intoxicating or addictive substance
spent one week in detox
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: a regimen or treatment intended to remove toxins and impurities from the body
A well-designed detox can help purge your liver, colon, and kidneys of toxins; clear your skin; boost your energy; and help you safely shed pounds. Lisa Turner
detoxverb
Example Sentences
He spent one week in detox. The famous writer recently went into detox. She has been through two detoxes in the past year.
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