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Pronunciation
rhymes|ɛθs

Etymology 1
Shortened from methylated spirit.

Noun
en-noun|-

1. chemistry Short form of methylated spirit.

Etymology 2
From #Etymology 1|meths or methylated spirits, as stereotypically drunk by tramps.

Noun
meths

1. Geordie plural of|meth

• 2007-06-19 21:27 - Williamsayers79 - /* Etymology 2 */ clarify link

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