Definitions

1. noun

a period of abstinence from or reduction in the use of a substance, especially drugs or alcohol, or a treatment or program to help someone recover from the effects of such use

“After a month-long detox, she felt much more energetic and focused.”

2. verb

to abstain from or reduce the use of a substance, especially drugs or alcohol, or to undergo a treatment or program to help someone recover from the effects of such use

“She decided to detox from social media for a week to improve her mental health.”