cannabis
noun
can·na·bis
ˈka-nə-bəs 
1
: a tall Asian herb (Cannabis sativa of the family Cannabaceae, the hemp family) that has a tough fiber and is often separated into a tall loosely branched species (C. sativa) and a low-growing densely branched species (C. indica) : hemp sense 1a
—used especially for cultivated varieties having high levels of THC
2
a
: the psychoactive dried flower buds, leaves, or preparations (such as hashish) or chemicals (such as THC) that are derived from the cannabis plant
especially
: marijuana
b
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Since his death, court documents have revealed that Danan had been due to appear for a plea hearing at Warrington Magistrates’ Court on January 16 after being charged with being in possession of cocaine and cannabis.
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Max Goldbart, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2025
The measure would not legalize marijuana sales or the commercial cultivation and distribution of cannabis.
—A.j. Herrington, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
The world of cannabis has blossomed into so much more than flower jars and dispensaries.
—Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 5 Mar. 2025
In addition, data also shows a rise in cannabis consumption among women.
—Peter Su, Rolling Stone, 3 Mar. 2025
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Max Goldbart, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2025
The measure would not legalize marijuana sales or the commercial cultivation and distribution of cannabis.
—A.j. Herrington, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
The world of cannabis has blossomed into so much more than flower jars and dispensaries.
—Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 5 Mar. 2025
In addition, data also shows a rise in cannabis consumption among women.
—Peter Su, Rolling Stone, 3 Mar. 2025
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“Cannabis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cannabis. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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cannabis
noun
can·na·bis
ˈkan-ə-bəs
: hemp sense 1
also
: a preparation (as marijuana) made from hemp and affecting the mind
Medical Definition
cannabis
noun
can·na·bis
ˈkan-ə-bəs
1
: a tall Asian herb (Cannabis sativa of the family Cannabaceae, the hemp family) that has a tough fiber and is often separated into a tall loosely branched species (C. sativa) and a low-growing densely branched species (C. indica) : hemp sense 1
—used especially for cultivated varieties having high levels of THC
2
: the psychoactive dried flower buds, leaves, or preparations (as hashish) or chemicals (as THC) that are derived from the cannabis plant
especially
: marijuana
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