How to Pronounce "mainlining"
word
ˈmeɪnˌɫaɪn
MAYN-lyn-ing
mˈeɪnlaɪnɪŋ
MAYN-lyn-ing
Definition
Mainlining means injecting a drug directly into a vein. It can also be used figuratively to describe intensely consuming or experiencing something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪnˌɫaɪn
British English
mˈeɪnlaɪnɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYN-lyn-ing
UK
MAYN-lyn-ing
Listen in Context
The doctor explained the risks of mainlining drugs.
Mainlining heroin can be very dangerous.
He was caught mainlining in the bathroom.
I've been mainlining coffee all morning to stay awake.