spiking
v. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈspaɪkɪŋ// UK //spˈaɪkɪŋ// spik·ing
v. to add something to a drink or food without the person knowing. This is usually done to make them sick or to steal from them.
v. to add a substance to a drink or food without the knowledge or consent of the consumer. Often used in the context of criminal activity or social harm.
He was arrested for spiking the victim's drink with a drug.
The police are investigating a series of incidents where people were spiked with alcohol at the local festival.
Security measures at the venue were tightened after several reports of drinks being spiked, leading to a significant increase in staff presence during the evening hours.