cannabis

/ˈkænəbɪs/
noun
  1. A plant whose leaves and flowers are used to make drugs like marijuana or hemp.
    • Cannabis plants can grow very tall in warm climates.
    • Some countries have legalized cannabis for medical use.
    • The farmer grew cannabis for its strong fibers.
  2. The dried leaves and flowers of the cannabis plant, used as a drug that can make people feel relaxed or euphoric.
    • The smell of cannabis filled the room.
    • He was arrested for possessing cannabis.
    • Many people use cannabis to help with chronic pain.
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