Leary Definition & Meaning

leary
noun
  1. United States psychologist who experimented with psychoactive drugs (including LSD) and became a well-known advocate of their use (1920-1996)

"Leary" in song lyrics

See how leary is used in real songs:

  • "When I come through the block, they leary"
    Inspectah Deck f/ Hugh Hef, U-God — Handle That
  • "Make everyone look leary"
    Leaders of the New School — What's the Pinocchio's Theory?
  • "Curve away from trips like I'm the new Tim Leary"
    Louis Logic f/ Apathy, Celph Titled, Maylay Sparks — Paper Maché

Usage tips for "leary"

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