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View synonyms for marijuana
marijuana
[ mar-uh-wah-nuh ]
noun
- a psychoactive narcotic drug rendered from the leaves and flowering tops of a cannabis plant, especially Cannabis sativa, used for recreational or medical purposes by smoking, vaping, or ingesting:
He’s tried marijuana but claims it has no effect on him.
- the dried leaves and flowering tops from which the drug is rendered:
Her personal stash of marijuana is rarely more than an ounce or two.
- any plant of the genus Cannabis, especially C. sativa, whose leaves and flowering tops have psychoactive properties:
several acres of cultivated marijuana.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of marijuana1
An Americanism dating back to 1890–95; from Mexican Spanish marihuana, mariguana; the traditional association with the personal name María Juana is probably a folk etymology
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Word History and Origins
Origin of marijuana1
C19: from Mexican Spanish
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Example Sentences
Tom Angell, founder of nonprofit Marijuana Majority, says the whole thing is a bit odd.
From The Daily Beast
Marijuana legalization activists have a secret weapon: moms.
From The Daily Beast
Can Congress Get Stoned Now That D.C. Has Legalized Marijuana?
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Marijuana possession would still be illegal on federal property.
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The trend is clear: Marijuana prohibition is coming to an end.
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Marijuana smoke contains more cancer-causing agents than tobacco.
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