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Heroin vs. Heroine

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heroin
Definition

a narcotic that is considered a hard drug; a highly addictive morphine derivative; intravenous injection provides the fastest and most intense rush

Examples

Using heroin has killed numerous performers.

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heroine
Definition

the main good female character in a work of fiction

Examples

by the end of the book the heroine had won