How to Pronounce "oxy"
word
ˈɑksi
AHK-see
ˈɒksi
OKS-ee
Definition
A slang term, usually in North America, for the prescription painkiller Oxycodone. Sometimes also used as slang for oxygen. Informal and not used in formal writing.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑksi
British English
ˈɒksi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AHK-see
UK
OKS-ee
Listen in Context
He took some oxy for his pain after surgery.
Some people abuse oxy as a drug.
The doctor warned him not to take too much oxy.
The paramedic rushed over with an oxy mask when I said I couldn’t breathe.