Meaning of the word narcotics in English

What does narcotics mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

narcotics

US /nɑːrˈkɑːtɪks/
UK /nɑːˈkɒtɪks/

Plural Noun

drugs that cause drowsiness, relieve pain, and may be addictive, especially opiates

Example:
The police seized a large quantity of illegal narcotics.
He was arrested for trafficking narcotics across the border.