noun General Slang

ganja

GAHN-ja · noun · slang

Marijuana; herb

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Definitions

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Cannabis / marijuana, especially in a cultural or sacramental (Rasta) context.

“Di man deh a plant ganja up inna di hills.”
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ganja In A Sentence

Di man deh a plant ganja up inna di hills.

Origin & Usage

From Hindi/Sanskrit 'gañjā', brought to Jamaica by Indian indentured labourers.

Variants ganjahgānjā

People Also Ask

What does ganja mean?

It means cannabis or marijuana, especially in a cultural or sacramental Rastafarian context.

Where does the word ganja come from?

It comes from the Hindi/Sanskrit word 'gañjā' and was brought to Jamaica by Indian indentured labourers in the 19th century.

Why is ganja important in Rasta culture?

Many Rastafarians regard ganja as a sacrament used to aid meditation and spiritual reflection, often called 'the herb'.

Is ganja the same as spliff?

Ganja refers to the cannabis itself, while a spliff is the rolled cone-shaped cigarette made from it.

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