Synonyms for

Coca

Verb / ˈkəʊkʌ / Another word for coca — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Coca is a plant that is native to South America. It is used to make a stimulant drug called cocaine.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

erythroxylum stimulant plant

Informal

coke dope powder snow

Literary

sacred leaf Andean herb

Antonyms

abstinence sobriety teetotalism cleanliness purity innocence

Common collocations

  • coca leaves
  • coca plant
  • coca paste
  • coca bush
  • coca cultivation
  • coca production
  • coca chewing

Word family

noun coca
adjective cocal

Usage note

Primarily refers to the plant from which cocaine is derived. Informal synonyms often refer to cocaine itself, not the plant.

Example sentences

  1. The police found a large amount of coca in the suspects car.
  2. Coca is illegal in many countries.
  3. Some people use coca leaves to make tea.
  4. The production of coca contributes to deforestation in South America.
  5. Coca is a highly addictive drug that can cause serious health problems.

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