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Definition of Marijuana

November 5th, 2006 by ddetox

• Merriam-Webster’s Online Dictionary, 10th Edition:

Etymology: Mexican Spanish mariguana, marihuana

1: HEMP 2: the dried leaves and flowering tops of the pistillate hemp plant that yield THC and are smoked in cigarettes for their intoxicating effect

• Cambridge International Dictionary of English:

Marijuana, marihuana. A usually illegal drug made from the dried leaves and flowers of the hemp plant, which produces a feeling of pleasant relaxation if smoked or eaten. An illegal drug that is made from the dried leaves and flowers of the hemp plant and is smoked for pleasure.

• The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language:

1. The cannabis plant. 2. A preparation made from the dried flower clusters and leaves of the cannabis plant, usually smoked or eaten to induce euphoria.

• Infoplease Dictionary:

Marijuana or marihuana, drug obtained from the flowering tops, stems, and leaves of the hemp plant, Cannabis sativa (see hemp) or C. indica; the latter species can withstand colder climates. It is one of the most commonly used drugs in the world, following only caffeine, nicotine, and alcoholic beverages in popularity. In the United States, where it is usually smoked, it also has been called weed, grass, pot, or reefer.

• Online Etymology Dictionary:

1918, alt. by influence of Sp. proper name Maria Juana “Mary Jane” from mariguan (1894), from Mex.Sp. marihuana, of uncertain origin.

• UltraLingua English Dictionary:

A strong-smelling plant from whose dried leaves a number of euphoriant and hallucinogenic drugs are prepared.

• The On-line Medical Dictionary:

A often used street drug that is derived from the marijuana plant (active ingredient tetra-hydro-cannabinol). Used to heighten perception, cause mood swings and relax the mind and body. Signs of use include: red eyes, lethargy and uncoordinated body movements. Long term effects include a decrease in motivation, but may also have harmful effects on the brain, heart, lung and reproductive system.

• MedTerms.com Medical Dictionary:

A very common street and recreational drug that comes from the marijuana plant.

The plant that produces marijuana, as is well known, is the hemp plant cannabis sativa. The pharmacologically active ingredient in marijuana is tetra-hydro-cannabinol.

Marijuana is used to heighten perception, affect mood and relax. It is estimated that about 30% of adults in the U.S. use marijuana.

• Dictionary of Cancer Terms:

A type of plant. Extracts of marijuana are being studied for their ability to control severe nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy and/or opioid drugs such as morphine.

• A Modern Herbal, 1931, by Mrs. M. Grieve:

Slang names for marijuana: Devil Drug, Weed of Madness, Cannabis, Assassin of Youth, Mexican Ditch Weed, Hashish, Hay, Chronic, Blunts, Pot, Brick Weed, Ganja, joint, Acapulco Gold, dime Bag, Rope, Grass, Weed, “L”, Jive Stick, Nickel Bag, MaryJane, Loco, Boom, Bhang, Ganja, Indo, Hydro, Stick

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