Owsley
Owsley
Owsley (pronounced: owz-lee) is a term that is often used in the medical field, particularly in the context of psychoactive substances and their effects on the human body. The term is derived from the name of Augustus Owsley Stanley III, an American audio engineer and clandestine chemist. He was a key figure in the counterculture of the 1960s and played a pivotal role in the "psychedelic era".
Etymology
The term "Owsley" is derived from the name of Augustus Owsley Stanley III (1935–2011), who was known for his role in the production of illicit LSD during the 1960s. He was a key figure in the counterculture of the 1960s and his work had a significant impact on the "psychedelic era". The term is often used to refer to high-quality LSD, in reference to Stanley's reputation for producing exceptionally pure LSD.
Pronunciation
The term "Owsley" is pronounced as "owz-lee".
Related Terms
- Psychoactive substances: Chemical substances that change brain function and result in alterations in perception, mood, consciousness, cognition, or behavior.
- LSD: Lysergic acid diethylamide, a hallucinogenic drug.
- Counterculture: A subculture whose values and norms of behavior differ substantially from those of mainstream society, often in opposition to mainstream cultural mores.
- Psychedelic era: A period of time during the 1960s and 1970s characterized by the widespread use and cultural influence of psychedelic drugs.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Owsley
- Wikipedia's article - Owsley
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