noun

hemp

hemp

Hemp is used to make rope and fabric.

Hemp is used to make rope and fabric.

They sell lotions made from hemp oil.

They sell lotions made from hemp oil.

((noun)) hemp Hemp is a versatile plant.

Synonyms: fiber, flax, jute

From Old English 'hænep', from Proto-Germanic. Related to similar words in many European languages.

Think of a 'hem' on clothing being made from 'hemp' fabric. It's the industrial, non-drug variety of the cannabis plant.

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