noun
Xan
noun
1
Slang for a Xanax pill, a prescription drug used to treat anxiety.
"He said he popped a xan before the interview to calm his nerves."
"The lyrics mention taking a xan to get through the night."
How to Use Xan
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishStreet slang for a Xanax tablet.
When to use it
Slang, common in rap lyrics and casual speech; not used in medical or formal contexts.
Word Forms
Xans plural
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Etymology
A shortened, casual form of the brand name Xanax.