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cannabinoid

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cannabinoid /can·nab·i·noid/ (kah-nab´ĭ-noid) any of the principles of Cannabis, including tetrahydrocannabinol, cannabinol, and cannabidiol.
can·nab·i·noid (k-nb-noid)
n.
Any of various organic substances, such as THC, found in cannabis.
cannabinoid
any of the active principles of Cannabis, including tetrahydrocannabinol, cannabinol and cannabidiol.


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