Hydrocodone
11 lettersnounmoderateUpdated February 2026
Definition
A semi-synthetic opioid medication used to treat moderate to severe pain and as a cough suppressant. Hydrocodone is a controlled substance due to its potential for abuse.
“The doctor prescribed hydrocodone for pain management following the surgery.”
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Contains three O's and two D's. Watch for the pattern HYDRO and the -CODONE ending.
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Worth 20 points base value. The H (4 points) and Y (4 points) make it valuable on premium squares.
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