nonuser

[ non-yoo-zer ]

noun

1. a person who does not use or partake of something, as drugs or alcoholic beverages.

Word History and Origins

Origin of nonuser¹

First recorded in 1640–50; non- + user ¹

Example Sentences

That is vastly more than would kill a nonuser — a doctor would typically prescribe about 50 micrograms temporarily to manage pain — but, after years of use, it is what Chris needs to feel a quick rush of euphoria and prevent withdrawal.

From New York Times

“It’s not like somebody who is a nonuser goes out and smokes marijuana once and then develops ‘a poisoning.’”

From Slate

Those who reported regular opioid were unable to tolerate the cold water for as long as an opioid nonuser could.

From Scientific American

If another product saw its nonuser death count spike by 50 percent in 10 years, consumers would revolt and Congress would make a big show of getting to the bottom of it.

From Slate

The number 420, as even a nonuser like me knows, is associated with marijuana.

From Washington Post