entheogen

ĕn-thē′ō-jən

noun

​1. A psychoactive substance, usually one derived from plants or fungi but also from the secretions of animals such as toads, that is ingested by a shaman or another participant in a ritual in order to produce visions or gain mystical insight.

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2. A psychoactive substance used for the purpose of inducing a mystical or spiritual experience.