marijuana

Etymology

From Mexican Spanish marihuana, from mariguana. First attested from 1894 of uncertain origin. Altered by influence of a folk etymology involving the proper name María Juana (“Mary Jane”).

noun

  1. The inflorescence of the Cannabis sativa plant, smoked or ingested for euphoric effect.
    After smoking a bowl of that fine marijuana, they ate some brownies.
    Exactly. Marijuana is something we just all gradually decided is okay, like Mark Wahlberg as a serious actor. “You know what? Sure, I’ve decided I’m fine with that.” Apr 2 2017, “Marijuana”, in Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, season 4, episode 7, John Oliver (actor), via HBO
  2. The hemp plant itself, Cannabis sativa.

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