Downer - English meaning

noun

A depressant or tranquillizing drug, especially a barbiturate.

Usage examples:

During that week i was heavily doped on downers

noun

A dispiriting or depressing experience or factor.

Usage examples:

The thought of the danger his son was in put something of a downer on the situation

noun

A cow or other animal that has fallen down and cannot get to its feet unaided.

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Two weeks later, usda claims the animal was a downer despite an already clear line of established e…

noun

An event or experience that makes you unhappy and lacking in hope, confidence, or energy

Usage examples:

Your car’s been stolen? that’s a real downer!

noun

An event or experience that makes you unhappy

Usage examples:

You lost your job? that's a real downer!

noun

A drug that makes you feel calmer