Meaning of the word marijuana in English

What does marijuana mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

marijuana

US /ˌmer.əˈwɑː.nə/
UK /ˌmær.əˈwɑː.nə/

Noun

a drug, illegal in many countries, that is made from the dried leaves and flowers of the hemp plant, and that is usually smoked

Example:
The police found a large quantity of marijuana during the raid.
Some states have legalized marijuana for medical or recreational use.